Radiology Technologist I

Confluence Health • Wenatchee, WA

5d

About The Position

Performs routine diagnostic radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures, including trauma and surgery exams, with little supervision. Prepares and operates fixed radiographic, fluoroscopic, portable X-ray, and C-arm equipment while following safe practices and department protocols. Provides patients with safe, courteous, and efficient care and assists in other department sections as needed. Must be available for on-call shifts and able to respond within 20 minutes. The position reports to the Radiology Manager.

The role includes preparing patients and performing exams; assisting Radiologists and physicians with fluoroscopic procedures; reviewing images for technical quality; maintaining equipment and records; and supporting training, quality improvement, and department operations. The technologist follows radiation-safety, infection-control, patient-handling, and regulatory requirements, and maintains active Basic Life Support certification. When working in the East Wenatchee Lab/X-ray, the employee follows lab assistant protocols and procedures.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Radiologic Technology from an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Washington State certification as a Radiologic Technologist (RT).
• Medical Assistant–Phlebotomist (MA-P) licensure within 3 months of hire if working at the East Wenatchee location.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
• Availability for on-call shifts, with a response time of 20 minutes.
• Ability to assist with patient lifting and positioning using safe patient-handling equipment.
• Manual and finger dexterity, eye-hand coordination, and depth perception for equipment operation.

Nice To Haves

• Previous radiology experience in a hospital setting.
• One year of clinical experience in diagnostic radiology and fluoroscopy.
• Certification or registry in another diagnostic imaging field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and perform exams using fluoroscopic, X-ray room, and portable X-ray equipment while following radiation safety, quality assurance, and infection-control procedures.
• Assist Radiologists with fluoroscopic procedures and, when authorized, perform minor fluoroscopic procedures under a Radiologist’s direction.
• Under a physician’s direction, inject contrast material and/or medication when required.
• Assist physicians with fluoroscopic procedures in the operating room.
• Set up sterile medical-surgical equipment according to standards and procedures.
• Assist in emergency situations under the direction of an MD or RN.
• Review and evaluate diagnostic images for technical quality.
• Verify patient information and exams performed, and update exam descriptions to reflect the actual exam performed.
• Assist clinical instructors and provide direct training and supervision to student technologists when required.
• Participate in the training and orientation of new X-ray Technicians and Radiologic Technologists.
• Use PACS, RIS, and the current EMR efficiently and complete required paperwork for each examination.
• Maintain the cleanliness of X-ray equipment and associated minor equipment; place service work orders and report malfunctions and repair needs to supervisory personnel.
• Meet continuing-education requirements established by regulatory entities.
• Attend department meetings and participate in required annual and in-service training.
• Participate in Quality Improvement Programs.
• Comply with ALARA principles, Image Gently principles, and the Image Wisely pledge.
• Apply correct body mechanics when assisting patients with transfers, lifting, and ambulation.
• Maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
• Follow lab assistant protocols and procedures when working in the East Wenatchee Lab/X-ray.
• Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct; perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts
• CH Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off
• Generous retirement plans
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Gym membership discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption assistance
• Shift differential
• $3,000 sign-on bonus for eligible entry-level external applicants, requiring a one-year commitment to Confluence Health

What This Job Offers

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