Imaging Shift Lead

Salem Health; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Health is seeking an Imaging Shift Lead at Salem Hospital to support daily department operations in Diagnostic Radiology. The role combines advanced imaging expertise with leadership to ensure efficient workflow, high-quality diagnostic images, and a collaborative team environment.

You will lead staff, coordinate schedules, review studies for quality, and act as a resource for physicians and departments.

Qualifications

• Licensed with the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) in Radiography.
• ARRT national radiology certification within one year of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.
• Three to five years of radiology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality diagnostic imaging while selecting exposure factors to minimize patient radiation.
• Review examinations for accuracy and completeness; obtain additional information as needed.
• Troubleshoot imaging equipment issues and educate staff on operation and workflows.
• Oversee quality of work by technical and ancillary staff to meet standards.
• Coordinate daily workflow, delegate tasks, and manage add-on exam requests.

Skills

Staff leadership

Radiology

Communication

Education

Oregon OBMI Radiography license

ARRT Certification

Job description

Location: Salem Hospital, 890 Oak Street SE, Salem, Oregon 97301
Department: Diagnostic Radiology
Position Type: Full Time, 36 hours/week, Non-Exempt
Schedule: 6:30 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Thursday

Your role with us

As an imaging shift lead at Salem Health, you will play a key role in supporting daily department operations, leading staff, and ensuring exceptional patient care. This position combines advanced technical imaging expertise with leadership responsibilities to help maintain efficient workflow, high-quality diagnostic imaging, and a collaborative team environment. You will serve as a resource for staff, physicians, and other departments while promoting a culture of professionalism, engagement, and continuous improvement.

What you'll do

• Perform high-quality diagnostic imaging procedures while selecting appropriate radiation exposure factors to produce diagnostic-quality images and minimize patient radiation exposure.
• Review completed examinations for accuracy and completeness, obtaining additional patient information or images when necessary to support quality patient care.
• Troubleshoot imaging equipment issues and provide guidance and education to staff on equipment operation and procedural workflows.
• Oversee the quality of work performed by technical and ancillary staff to ensure departmental and organizational standards are consistently met.
• Coordinate daily workflow, delegate assignments, and manage add-on exam requests to maintain efficient patient flow and department operations.
• Serve as a resource and point of contact for staff, physicians, and other departments by using strong communication and problem-solving skills to support issue resolution.
• Develop and implement staff schedules in a timely manner to maximize operational efficiency and staffing coverage.
• Support Salem Health policies, foster a culture of teamwork and respect, and provide leadership through fair, professional, and positive decision-making.
• Communicate equipment, employee, and process concerns to leadership while actively participating in performance improvement initiatives.
• Support department operational goals by contributing feedback for employee evaluations and promoting responsible resource and supply utilization.

Required qualifications

• Licensed with the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) in Radiography.

Additional information

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists(ARRT) national radiology license within one year of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.
• Three to five years of radiology experience preferred.

Total rewards package

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.

Why Salem Health?

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].