Diagnostic Radiology Technologist I

OSF HealthCare; Evergreen Park (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare in Illinois seeks a Diagnostic Radiology Technologist I to perform radiographic procedures with minimal supervision, ensuring patient safety and comfort. You will guide patients through imaging and maintain precise technique.

Responsibilities include patient intake, following providers’ orders, operating imaging equipment, and collaborating on results to determine if additional images are needed. Strong interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal Radiography program with certificate or degree.
• ARRT Radiology Registration required at hire or within 2 years.
• Radiography License through IEMA.
• American Heart Association (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic procedures with appropriate supervision and initiative.
• Collect patient history and answer questions about imaging procedures.
• Operate imaging equipment safely and accurately.
• Collaborate with Providers on imaging results and determine need for additional images.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Education

Formal Radiography program certificate or degree

Job description

Total Rewards

OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career.

Pay & Hours

Expected pay for this position is $30.79 - $40.32/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity.

This is an Hourly position.

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

• Completion of a formal Radiography program with associated certificate or degree2

Licensure/ Certification

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

Other Skills/ Knowledge

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience with routine diagnostic procedures in general radiology.
• Previous experience in customer service/patient experience setting.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.