Radiology Tech

Ascension; Wamego (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension is hiring a Radiologic Technologist at Wamego Health Center in Wamego, KS. This full-time evening shift role involves producing high-quality diagnostic images, adhering to radiation safety protocols, and ensuring accurate patient positioning and parameter selection for diagnostic quality.

Qualifications include ARRT radiography credential within 3 months, Kansas licensure within 3 months, BLS within 1 month, and a high school diploma with relevant experience or an associate/technical

Qualifications

• BLS within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• ARRT Radiologic Technologist credential in Radiography within 3 months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Kansas Board of Healing Arts Radiologic Technologist license within 3 months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality diagnostic images to help physicians diagnose accurately.
• Strictly manage radiation exposure and follow safety protocols for a zero-harm environment.
• Position patients precisely and select exact technical parameters for diagnostic accuracy.
• Verify data in the digital patient record and lead markers before submission to PACS.
• Monitor equipment performance and optimize protocols to keep the department ready for the next patient.

Education

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

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Your future role at a glance

• Location: Wamego, KS
• Facility: Wamego Health Center
• Specialty: Diagnostic Radiology
• Schedule: Evenings | Full-Time | Monday - Friday 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
• Sign-On Bonus: Sign-On Bonus eligible for qualified candidates

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Produce high quality diagnostic images that empower physicians to make accurate, life‑saving diagnoses for every patient.
• Advocate for patient safety by strictly managing radiation exposure and meticulously following safety protocols to ensure a "zero‑harm" environment.
• Execute precision imaging by expertly positioning patients and selecting exact technical parameters to ensure diagnostic accuracy.
• Manage the digital patient record by verifying data accuracy and lead markers before submission to PACS, maintaining a seamless continuum of care.
• Maintain a high‑readiness environment by monitoring equipment performance and optimizing clinical protocols to ensure the department is always prepared for the next patient.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences

• Willingness to float to CT

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer‑matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro‑rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension‑paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well‑being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military‑Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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