Diagnostic Radiology Technologist

OSF HealthCare; Godfrey (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare in Godfrey, IL seeks a Diagnostic Radiology Technologist I to perform radiographic procedures with limited supervision. You will guide patients through imaging, apply ionizing radiation for diagnostic views, and operate imaging equipment with a strong focus on safety and comfort.

The role emphasizes patient care, accurate imaging, and collaboration with Providers to determine if additional images are necessary.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal Radiography program with associated certificate or degree.
• ARRT Registration required at hire or within 2 years of hire after sitting for registration within 6 months of hire
• American Heart Association (BLS) required.
• Preferred: experience with routine diagnostic procedures in General Radiology.
• Preferred: customer service/patient experience setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic procedures at a technical level with limited supervision.
• Introduce and intake patients; answer questions about imaging procedures.
• Operate imaging equipment and ensure safe, accurate imaging for diagnoses.
• Collaborate with Providers to determine if additional images are required.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Patient education

Education

Radiography program with certificate or degree

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $27.25 - $35.67/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an hourly position.

OSF offers a supportive environment focused on professional growth and development. Benefits include paid continuing education units (CEUs), tuition reimbursement for further education, a 401(k) plan with a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 5% of salary contributed, and 40 hours of Well-Being Time each year, available after 90 days of employment and renewed annually on your work anniversary. In addition, OSF HealthCare is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

OSF will invest in you on day 1! Candidates with 5+ years of direct experience will receive 24 hours of Vacation and Holiday time that will be available for use beginning day 1. This is in addition to our generous time-off benefits.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Diagnostic Radiology Technologist I performs radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Is responsible for performing technical procedures that may require independent judgment with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. They perform patient intake by collecting medical history and must be able to answer patient questions regarding the imaging procedure. They follow specific instructions from providers on what areas to image and guide patients through the imaging process safely and comfortably. They operate imaging equipment proficiently, have a firm understanding of the anatomy and physiology of the human body, demonstrate knowledge of proper imaging techniques in all patient populations and may confer with Providers on the results of imaging tests and collaborates to determine whether additional images are required.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Completions of a formal Radiography program with associated certificate or degree.

Licensure/ Certification:

• ARRT Registration is required at hire or within 2 years of hire after sitting for registration within 6 months of hire
• American Heart Association (BLS).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience:

• Previous experience with routine diagnostic procedures in General Radiology Previous experience in customer service/patient experience setting

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.