Radiologic Technologist

Isort; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 57,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

OHSU is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging, ensure patient safety, and support the Diagnostic Imaging department. The role requires rotating through exams, coordinating with radiologists, and adhering to quality and safety standards.

The position involves exposure to radiation and requires ARRT radiography certification upon hire, with OBMI licensing and BLS within the required period. Regular full-time schedule and evening hours are listed.

Qualifications

• Must graduate from an accredited diagnostic radiography program and be eligible to sit ARRT radiography exams.
• Must obtain OBMI license for hires and BLS certification within the specified timeframe.

Responsibilities

• Take high-quality diagnostic radiographs with appropriate exposure factors.
• Rotate through general radiology exams based on workflow needs.
• Transport patients and assist with their care during imaging procedures.
• Prepare and present images to radiologists for interpretation.
• Document and charge exams accurately in the system.
• Adhere to safety, infection control, and department policies.

Skills

Diagnostic imaging

Radiation safety

Equipment operation

Record maintenance

Infection control

Quality control

Patient communication

Education

Accredited radiography program

ARRT radiography exam

OBMI license (temporary for students)

BLS certification

Job description

Radiologic Technologist

US-OR-Portland

Requisition ID: 2026-40992

Position Category: Radiology

Job Type: AFSCME union represented

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Posting Department: Diagnostic Imaging

Posting Salary Range: $41.60 - $57.10 per hour with offer based on experience, education and internal equity

Posting FTE: 1.00

Posting Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Posting Hours: 12:00pm - 10:30pm (12:00pm - 22:30pm)

HR Mission: Healthcare

Drug Testable: Yes

LinkedIn Job Code: #LI-EC1

Department Overview

The function of the Radiologic Technologist position within the Department of Diagnostic Imaging is to perform all phases of technical diagnostic imaging. Radiologic Technologists operate X-Ray equipment used to capture and develop images for the purpose of medical diagnosis. The Radiologic technologist promotes OHSU’s mission statement by delivering high quality, cost effective, family-oriented service. This position helps to create a collaborative environment by integrating education, research and clinical leadership. Radiologic Technologists work with infant, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients.

Function/Duties of Position

Imaging

• Provides quality images with accuracy and efficiency, using optimal skills and knowledge of all equipment.
• Technologists will be trained in all general radiology exams/areas so that they are able to rotate through the department based on workflow needs.
• Utilize the VIP transportation system to arrange for patient delivery.
• Positions patient for diagnostic radiology exams according to department procedures, training, and machine requirements with a high regard for the safety and care of the patient.
• Operates radiology equipment, determines and sets exposure factors, sets technique utilizing all relevant factors to ensure accurate and quality images with minimal and acceptable repeat rates.
• Uses computer image processing, as needed to select, process, optimize and archive images to PACS.
• Completely tracks exams in the Radiology Information system.
• Develops and presents images and related patient information to radiologist for diagnosis.
• Assists with patient transport by moving patients using standard procedures.
• Assists in the training of Radiologic Technology Students and adheres to dept. policy on supervision of student technologists.

Documentation

• Gathers complete documentation of all pertinent information to provide accurate and timely service to customers.
• Responsible to correctly identify patients by checking their identity per department procedure.
• Reviews patient chart and orders to insure correct examination.
• Labels images completely with demographic, position and other needed documentation. Follows dept policy on the use of anatomical markers.
• Logs activities, gathers charging information and charges exams as required.
• Follows department and hospital procedures and policies.
• Performs quality control and quality assurance, records results and reports variance from normal equipment function.

Other Duties as Assigned

Required Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited diagnostic radiography program that meets current qualifications to take and pass the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) board examinations in Radiography upon hire.
• Student candidates must obtain the RT (R) (ARRT) certification within 6 months of their hire date.
• Candidates must have a current Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) temporary license for student hires and permanent license for registered hires.
• Positions with in person patient care: BLS certificate within 30 days of hire or prior to independent practice, whichever comes first

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies)

• Must have demonstrated skills in the following areas: Performing diagnostic imaging studies, Radiation safety, Effective use of equipment, Record maintenance, Infection control, Quality control, Compliance, Patient Communication, Contrast media, problem solving, judgment, teamwork and taking initiative.

Preferred Qualifications

• OHSU-partnered Radiologic Technology program experience.
• Level 1 Trauma Center experience; Academic Medical Center experience.

Additional Details

This position works in a busy environment with frequent interruptions, multiple demands and continuous interaction with patients and other medical professionals. It requires being exposed to radiation, chemical solutions, and human tissue/fluids