Radiologic Tech Opportunities

Aurora Health Care; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures within a fast‑paced, accredited department. The role emphasizes accurate imaging, patient communication, and strict safety practices.

Licensure and ARRT registration are required, with BLS due within six months. No experience is required, and the facility offers a sign‑on bonus up to $6,000 along with opportunities for professional growth in a top‑tier hospital

Qualifications

• Advanced training in radiologic technology from an accredited program.
• Graduate of Radiologic Technology program.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic and intermediate radiographic procedures including general diagnostic and fluoroscopic.
• Communicates with patients to explain procedures and obtain clinical history.
• Positions patients and selects exposure factors with radiation safety measures.
• Identifies patient and labels images, ensures exam accuracy and processes images.
• Assists and consults with Radiologists.
• Maintains records and documents billing codes; enters data into radiology info system.
• Performs patient positioning and transporting tasks, including lifting as required.

Skills

Radiologic positioning

Radiology safety

Patient communication

Independent worker

Computer skills

Education

Radiologic Technology program

Job description

Up to $6,000 Sign‑On Bonus | Benefits at 20+ hrs/week Join St. Luke’s Medical Center, a 938‑bed, award‑winning hospital named Best Hospital in the Milwaukee Area by U.S. News & World Report! Our Diagnostic Radiology Department offers a fast‑paced, advanced clinical environment with procedures including Fluoroscopy, OR, Urology, GI/Pulmonary, Neurology, Pain Clinic, General X‑ray, and specialized therapy procedures such as intrathecal chemotherapy injections. We are the ideal site for techs seeking variety, challenge, and the opportunity to mentor future radiology professionals in a top‑tier hospital setting.

Why St. Luke’s?

• Level II Trauma Emergency Department
• Level I Stroke Center
• ACE‑Accredited for Cardiovascular Excellence
• Opportunities for professional growth and advanced clinical experience
• Clinical teaching site for the St. Luke’s School of Radiologic Technology

Schedule

• 1st Shift with rotating start times (6:30 AM–9:30 AM)
• Every third weekend rotation
• One call shift per week
• Two holidays per year

Major Responsibilities

• Competently performs basic and intermediate radiographic procedures including general diagnostic and general fluoroscopic.
• Communicates with patients to explain procedures, obtain clinical history, confirm acknowledgment of patients' understanding and address any questions or concerns.
• Positions patients and selects exposure factors for various radiologic examinations, and provides patient with radiation protection and safety in accordance with prescribed methods.
• Identifies patient and labels images pertaining to the patient, compares requisitions to physician's orders to ensure exam accuracy, and processes images ensuring quality of radiographs and calls back patients as necessary.
• Assists, communicates and consults with the Radiologists.
• Prepares and maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age‑specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age‑specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required

• Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin
• Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months

Education Required

• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology.

Experience Required

• No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Competent in radiology positioning and techniques.
• Knowledge of basic radiation safety and radiology equipment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.
• Ability to work independently.
• Intermediate computer skills.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to stand/walk for majority of the day.
• Must be able to:
• - lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• - lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• - carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to:
• - push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• - perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Must have clear speech, vision, and hearing.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.