Radiologic Technologist, Primarily Days/Evenings

Northwestern Medical Center • St. Albans, VT

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About The Position

Northwestern Medical Center is recruiting a full-time Radiologic Technologist to support its diagnostic imaging department. The role operates radiographic equipment to produce quality radiographs under Radiologist supervision, following standards approved by the American College of Radiology (ACR). The technologist performs diagnostic procedures, adapts them to patient and situation needs, and works in multiple settings, including the operating room and pain clinic.

The position is 72 hours bi-weekly. Hours are generally 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. on weekdays and 7:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. on weekends, generally one weekend per month. The posted pay range is $27.86–$38.92 USD, and a $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered. Compensation within the range depends on factors including relevant experience, internal equity, qualifications, and alignment with the role.

Northwestern Medical Center's mission is to provide exceptional health care to the community. The organization describes people as a core value and states that it offers a benefits package intended to support employee health and well-being, work-life responsibilities, asset protection, and financial security.

The role reports to the Diagnostic Imaging Manager/Director and has no supervisory responsibilities. It involves the use of radiologic and fluoroscopic machines, mobile X-ray equipment, digital processing equipment, computers, standard office equipment, wheelchairs, stretchers, oxygen cylinders, and regulators. Work may involve electrical, mechanical, and radiant-energy hazards; possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens; crisis situations and unpleasant elements of acute traumatic injuries; occasional workload stress; and irregular hours. Required protective equipment includes plastic/lead aprons, gloves, gowns, goggles, masks, and face shields as the situation requires.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of radiography.
• Current certification in the respective modality.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic procedures according to American College of Radiology standards and practices.
• Adapt procedures to meet the individual needs of patients, providers, and situations.
• Identify and perform radiation-safety measures according to regulatory agency and policy guidelines.
• Perform studies in multiple settings, including the operating room and pain clinic, and process quality images.
• Communicate accurately and promptly with patients, team members, and management; talk with and listen to patients and team members.
• Complete clinical documentation in a timely manner and use electronic systems to manage the patient experience.
• Protect the confidentiality of patients and colleagues.
• Apply critical thinking, consider alternatives, organize and prioritize workload, integrate data from multiple sources, and coordinate care for competing priorities.
• Develop and maintain caring relationships, adapt care for diverse populations, advocate for patients, and refer concerns to appropriate resources.
• Manage personal and department resources effectively, recognize limits of experience and capability, identify learning needs, seek resources, and use equipment and supplies appropriately.
• Maintain a clean, orderly care environment and ensure traffic control in sensitive areas.
• Seek and accept feedback and request assistance appropriately.
• Participate in quality-control and performance-improvement initiatives, manage conflict, and coordinate workflow to maintain coverage for scheduled and unscheduled exams.
• Teach patients as appropriate, provide relevant information, assess barriers to learning, and use colleagues as learning resources.
• Support the preceptorship program, student rotations, and job-shadow experiences.
• Apply knowledge of the patient population, provide age-specific care, use expected norms, incorporate new data to improve care, and integrate technical, psychological, social, intellectual, and physical skills.
• Demonstrate the unit-specific skills required for the unit and patient population.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• Benefits package with recognized national carriers, designed to support employee health, work-life responsibilities, asset protection, and financial security.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree