Radiology Technologist-Full-Time Days

AdventHealth•Mission, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist performs radiographic imaging procedures to assist in diagnosing and treating patients. The role positions, moves, and assists patients to obtain accurate images; provides basic patient care within the scope of practice and departmental standards; and performs related clerical duties. The technologist follows applicable compliance plans and local, state, and federal regulations. This is a full-time day-shift position at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Campus, with scheduled hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The role requires knowledge of diagnostic imaging, including surgery and trauma, and the ability to independently perform radiographic procedures to departmental standards. The technologist works with patients across infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations, while prioritizing patient comfort, safety, privacy, image quality, and radiation safety. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and an active Registered Technologist – Radiography (RT(R)(ARRT)) credential, along with Basic Life Support certification. An associate or bachelor's degree is preferred. The posting requires at least one year of experience, preferably in radiology, or graduation from an accredited radiologic technology program; one year of post-certification experience is required to evaluate or instruct student radiographers. Pay range: $24.24–$45.09. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
Registered Technologist – Radiography RT(R)(ARRT) credential.
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
At least one year of experience, preferably in radiology, or graduation as a new graduate from an accredited radiologic technology program.
One year of post-certification experience to evaluate and/or instruct student radiographers.
Knowledge of diagnostic imaging, including surgery and trauma, and general radiographic procedures and positions.
Ability to independently perform radiographic procedures to departmental standards and use radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment.
Ability to determine appropriate technical factors and assess data, techniques, methodology, equipment operation, and quality control.
Current knowledge of patient positioning and equipment operation, including x-ray producing equipment as applicable to the facility.
Ability to provide care for infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, addressing physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and age-appropriate needs.
Ability to operate radiographic equipment and work with electrical and radiant energy while minimizing radiation exposure and maximizing image quality.
Ability to communicate effectively, follow written and verbal instructions, and work with patients, families, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health professionals.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and demonstrate strong critical-thinking skills.
Conversational English reading, writing, and speaking ability.
Basic computer skills, Microsoft Office knowledge, and ability to use computer systems for data entry and retrieval.
Ability to learn and use radiology software such as EPIC and PACS.
Maintain required registries, licenses, and continuing and annual education.
Ability to learn and master tasks related to image quality and radiation safety.

Nice To Haves

Previous Radiologic Technologist experience.
Associate degree.
Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Perform radiographic imaging procedures and produce high-quality images that meet department standards.
Position patients and radiographic equipment, select appropriate technical factors, and complete procedures safely and promptly.
Use radiation-safety practices, including time, distance, and shielding, to keep exposure as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) for patients and staff.
Provide patient care within the technologist’s scope of practice, including monitoring patient condition, transporting patients, using infection-control techniques, and protecting patient comfort, safety, and privacy.
Enter correct patient demographic and examination information and maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record and PACS systems.
Clean, stock, and prepare examination rooms; perform routine equipment cleaning and safety checks; and notify appropriate personnel when inventory is low.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, providers, team members, and others of diverse backgrounds.
Cross-train in advanced modalities as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.