Radiologic Technologist: Precision Imaging & Patient Care

Riverside Healthcare; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 38,572 - 50,971; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Healthcare in Kankakee, Illinois, seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging and fluoroscopic procedures, assisting radiologists with accurate imaging. You will position patients, select exposure factors, and ensure safety and comfort while maintaining EMR/PACS documentation.

The role requires an associate degree or accredited Radiologic Technology program, IEMA certification, AMA-accredited program with registry eligibility, ARRT RT (R) eligibility or within 6

Qualifications

• Associate degree or accredited Radiologic Technology program completion.
• IEMA Certification in Radiography required.
• AMA-accredited medical imaging program; registry eligible.
• ARRT RT (R) eligible or obtain within 6 months of hire.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiographic procedures, including X-rays and fluoroscopic exams.
• Assist radiologists and licensed practitioners with fluoroscopic procedures.
• Position patients and equipment to ensure correct anatomy visibility and comfort.
• Select and operate radiographic equipment and determine exposure factors.
• Ensure patient safety, explain tests, and immobilize patients when needed.
• Document exams in EMR/PACS and maintain image archives.
• Communicate with radiology team and patients to ensure quality care.
• Conduct QC checks and report equipment malfunctions; participate in QA programs.
• On-call imaging services as required.

Skills

Radiologic equipment

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associates degree or accredited Radiologic Technology program

IEMA Certification in Radiography

AMA-accredited medical imaging program; registry eligible

ARRT RT (R) eligible or within 6 months of hire

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Riverside Healthcare in Kankakee, Illinois, seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging and fluoroscopic procedures, assisting radiologists with accurate imaging. You will position patients, select exposure factors, and ensure safety and comfort while maintaining EMR/PACS documentation.

The role requires an associate degree or accredited Radiologic Technology program, IEMA certification, AMA-accredited program with registry eligibility, ARRT RT (R) eligibility or within 6