Radiologic Technologist, Hospital

Careerwebsite; Portland, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Two pension plans

Vacation up to 200 hours

Sick Leave up to 96 hours

8 paid holidays

Transit discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

OHSU is seeking a Radiologic Technologist for the Diagnostic Imaging department. The role involves generating high-quality radiographs across general exams, ensuring patient safety, and supporting education of students.

Opportunities exist for rotation based on workflow and collaboration with radiologists. Must graduate from an accredited program and pursue ARRT certification within 6 months; OBMI license is required for hires.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited diagnostic radiography program eligible for ARRT exams.
• ARRT certification within 6 months of hire for student hires.
• Current Oregon OBMI license for staff hires; BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiography studies with accuracy and efficiency.
• Rotate through general radiology exams per workflow needs.
• Transport patients and assist in training student technologists.
• Document exams in RIS and PACS; ensure proper labeling and safety.
• Maintain radiation safety, QA/QC, and infection control per policy.

Skills

Diagnostic imaging

Radiation safety

Equipment operation

Record keeping

Infection control

Quality control

Compliance

Patient communication

Contrast media

Problem solving

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

ARRT board eligible/certified

OBMI license

BLS from AHA

Job description

Radiologic Technologist, Hospital

US-OR-Portland

Requisition ID: 2026-38255

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: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Posting Hours: 9:00pm - 7:30am

HR Mission: Healthcare

Drug Testable: Yes

LinkedIn Job Code: #LI-DM2

Department Overview

The function of the Radiologic Technologist position within the Department of Diagnostic Imaging is toperform all phases of technical diagnostic imaging. Radiologic Technologists operate X-Ray equipment usedto capture and develop images for the purpose of medical diagnosis. The Radiologic technologist promotesOHSU's mission statement by delivering high quality, cost effective, family-oriented service. This positionhelps 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 andknowledge of all equipment.
• Technologists will be trained in all general radiology exams/areas so that theyare 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 departmentprocedures, training, and machine requirements with a high regard for thesafety and care of the patient.
• Operates radiology equipment, determines and sets exposure factors, setstechnique utilizing all relevant factors to ensure accurate and quality imageswith 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 accurateand timely service to customers.
• Responsible to correctly identify patients by checking their identity perdepartment procedure.
• Reviews patient chart and orders to insure correct examination.
• Labels images completely with demographic, position and other neededdocumentation. 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 reportsvariance 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.
• BLS from AHA required. New hires will be enrolled and required to complete during orientation.

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.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

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.

Benefits:

• Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
• Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
• Vacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service
• Sick Leave- up to 96 hours per year
• 8 paid holidays per year
• Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts
• Additional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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