Radiologic Tech (Rad Tech) I

Advocate Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits for 20+ hrs/week

Job summary

St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a Radiologic Technologist for the Diagnostic Radiology Department. The role includes fast-paced procedures, patient communication, image labeling, and collaboration with Radiologists in a top-tier hospital setting.

The position requires Wisconsin radiographer licensure, ARRT RT certification, and BLS within 6 months. No prior experience is required, and a sign-on bonus up to $6,000 is offered for 20+ hour work weeks.

Qualifications

• Wisconsin radiographer license required.
• ARRT RT registration required.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers within 6 months.
• Advanced training in Radiologic Technology.
• No prior radiology experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and intermediate radiographic procedures including general diagnostic and fluoroscopic.
• Explain procedures to patients and obtain clinical history.
• Position patients and select exposure factors with radiation safety in mind.
• Identify and label images, verify exam accuracy against orders, process images.
• Assist and consult with Radiologists.
• Enter patient/study data into RIS and document billing codes.
• Assist with patient positioning/transport and adhere to safety protocols.
• Provide age-appropriate care and adapt to life-span needs per department standards.

Skills

Radiography

Positioning

Radiation safety

Communication

Independent work

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:

• 3rd Shift
• 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, and
• Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and
• 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.