Radiologic Technologist

Franciscan Health • Indianapolis, IN

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Imaging Technologist I performs radiographic procedures using ionizing radiation to produce quality images that support diagnoses and provide insight into medical issues, concerns, or conditions. The technologist conducts preliminary image analysis and collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to interpret images. The role also assists with training students and technologists and performs injection procedures.

The technologist must be qualified to care for infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. The position emphasizes timeliness, accuracy, proficiency, efficiency, and safety, while helping patients understand procedures and feel comfortable during them. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 12:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; travel is never or rarely required.

Requirements

• Radiology Certificate required.
• Radiology Student Permit or Indiana Radiology License required.
• ARRT-R certification required within one year of hire.
• Must be qualified to care for infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gather information about patients’ illnesses and medical histories to help guide the choice of diagnostic procedures.
• Explain procedures and safety precautions to patients and answer their questions.
• Ensure patients are not exposed to excessive radiation.
• Position patients and equipment to produce high-quality results.
• Operate imaging equipment and adjust settings such as voltage and radiation levels.
• Observe equipment to ensure it is functioning properly.
• Take X-rays of patients’ tissues, organs, and bones to evaluate possible injury or illness.
• Write detailed reports about patient behavior and equipment malfunctions.
• Clean, maintain, and restock examination-room inventory.
• Collaborate with physicians on patient medical issues to determine protocols and procedures.
• Assist with ACR, HFAP, ISBOH, IDPH, and IEMA.
• Conduct preliminary analysis of images and collaborate with doctors and other healthcare professionals in interpreting them.
• Assist with training students and technologists.
• Perform injection procedures.
• Help patients understand procedures and remain comfortable during them.

Benefits

• Eligible employees are provided comprehensive benefit offerings; details are available in the benefits section of the company career site.
• Sign-on bonus may be available; eligibility should be discussed with a Talent Acquisition Advisor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed