Radiology Technologist (Rad Tech) - 2nd Shift St Luke's

Carolinas Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $6,000

Tuition reimbursement

Loan repayment programs

Benefits at 20+ hours/week

Job summary

St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee is seeking a Radiologic Technologist for the Diagnostic Radiology Department. The role involves fast-paced imaging across fluoroscopy, OR, GI/Pulmonary, and general X‑ray, with opportunities to expand skills and mentor others.

The position offers second shift with weekend and on-call rotations, a sign-on bonus up to $6,000, and tuition reimbursement programs. A Wisconsin radiographer license and ARRT registration are required, with BLS to be obtained within

Qualifications

• Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin.
• ARRT RT registration (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists).
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification (AHA) to be obtained within 6 months.
• Advanced training beyond high school including an accredited radiologic technology program.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic to intermediate radiographic procedures including general diagnostic and fluoroscopic exams.
• Explain procedures to patients and obtain clinical history, addressing questions as needed.
• Position patients and select exposure factors; ensure radiation safety and protection.
• Label images, verify requisitions, and ensure exam accuracy; process images and maintain quality.
• Collaborate with Radiologists; assist and consult as needed.

Skills

Radiology positioning

Patient communication

Radiation safety

Independent work

Computer skills

Education

Radiologic Technology program

Tools

Radiology equipment

Job description

Department:

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: Second shift. Includes weekend, holiday and call rotations

Pay Range: $28.55 - $46.05

Radiologic Technologist | St. Luke's Medical Center

Up to $6,000 Sign-On Bonus | Benefits at 20+ Hours/Week | Tuition Reimbursement | Loan Repayment Programs

Join St. Luke's Medical Center , a 938-bed, award-winning hospital recognized as Best Hospital in the Milwaukee Area by U.S. News & World Report!

Our Diagnostic Radiology Department offers a fast-paced clinical environment with experience in Fluoroscopy, OR, Urology, GI/Pulmonary, Neurology, Pain Clinic, General X-ray, and specialized procedures . It's a great opportunity for technologists looking to expand their skills, gain advanced clinical experience, and mentor future radiology professionals.

Why St. Luke's?

Up to $6,000 Sign-On Bonus

Benefits at 20+ hours/week

Tuition reimbursement & loan repayment programs

Level II Trauma Emergency Department

Level I Stroke Center

ACE-Accredited for Cardiovascular Excellence

Clinical teaching site for the St. Luke's School of Radiologic Technology

Excellent opportunities for professional growth

Schedule

• 2nd Shift ($3/hr shift diff)
• Every third weekend, ( $3/hour diff)
• 1-2 call shifts per week, ( $5 call differential)
• Two holidays per year

Ready to grow your Radiology career? Join the St. Luke's team and gain the experience, variety, and professional development opportunities to take your career to the next level.

Major Responsibilities:

• Competently performs basic and intermediate radiographic procedures including general diagnostic and general fluoroscopic.
• Communicates with patients to explain procedures, obtain clinical history, confirm acknowledgment of patients' understanding and address any questions or concerns.
• Positions patients and selects exposure factors for various radiologic examinations, and provides patient with radiation protection and safety in accordance with prescribed methods.
• Identifies patient and labels images pertaining to the patient, compares requisitions to physician's orders to ensure exam accuracy, and processes images ensuring quality of radiographs and calls back patients as necessary.
• Assists, communicates and consults with the Radiologists.
• Prepares and maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin, and
• Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months.

Education Required:

• Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology.

Experience Required:

• No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Competent in radiology positioning and techniques.
• Knowledge of basic radiation safety and radiology equipment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.
• Ability to work independently.
• Intermediate computer skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to stand/walk for majority of the day.
• Must be able to:
  • lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
  • lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
  • carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to:
  • push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
  • perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Must have clear speech, vision, and hearing.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

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