Radiology Technologist

Ascension Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension Health's Milwaukee facility is seeking an Imaging Technologist to accurately position patients and select optimal exposure factors to produce high-quality diagnostic images.

You will administer contrast media within legal scope, adhere to radiation safety protocols, monitor patient status during procedures, and ensure timely submission of verified images to the PACS. The role emphasizes patient safety, clinical monitoring, and equipment upkeep in a busy imaging department.

Qualifications

• Proper positioning of patients to obtain diagnostic images.
• Adhere to radiation safety protocols to minimize exposure.
• Submit verified images and data to PACS promptly.

Responsibilities

• Imaging & Technical Execution: Accurately position patients and select optimal exposure factors and anatomic parameters to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Patient Safety & Medication: Administer contrast media and medications within legal scope while strictly adhering to radiation safety protocols to prevent unnecessary exposure.
• Clinical Monitoring & Quality Control: Observe patients for abnormal activity during procedures and ensure the prompt submission of verified images and data to PACS.
• Equipment & Lab Management: Monitor equipment functionality, execute lock/tag-out safety procedures for malfunctions, and maintain a clean, orderly clinical environment.

Skills

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

Image quality optimization

Education

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years experience

Associate's degree/Technical degree

4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Tools

PACS

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location : Milwaukee, WI

• Facility : Columbia St. Maryâs

• Department : Imaging Dept.

• Schedule : Day Shift l Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Imaging & Technical Execution: Accurately position patients and select optimal exposure factors and anatomic parameters to produce high-quality diagnostic images.

• Patient Safety & Medication: Administer contrast media and medications within legal scope while strictly adhering to radiation safety protocols to prevent unnecessary exposure.

• Clinical Monitoring & Quality Control: Observe patients for abnormal activity during procedures and ensure the prompt submission of verified images and data to PACS.

• Equipment & Lab Management: Monitor equipment functionality, execute lock/tag-out safety procedures for malfunctions, and maintain a clean, orderly clinical environment.

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.

• One or more of the following required:

• Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. General Radiography is also required in addition to any specialty. State Radiology Technologist licensure issued by Wisconsin Radiography Examining Board required.

• Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

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.

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 law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 30.62

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