Job Summary: Deliver top-quality healthcare by expertly using ionizing radiation to produce diagnostic images for licensed practitioners. This role involves performing a variety of radiographic procedures with professionalism and precision.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Conduct diagnostic radiographic exams, ensuring patient history aligns with procedures and documentation is thorough.
• Prepare and instruct patients to achieve optimal imaging results while minimizing anxiety.
• Operate radiography equipment and accessories skillfully to perform required procedures.
• Position patients appropriately, considering comfort and ability, and immobilize when necessary.
• Determine proper radiographic exposure factors and apply radiation safety principles to protect patients and staff.
• Evaluate image quality and ensure accurate identification on radiographs.
• Attend to patients' physical and psychological needs during procedures, practicing aseptic techniques as needed.
• Perform venipunctures and administer contrast media under licensed practitioner guidance.
• Assist with interventional and fluoroscopic procedures, including non-interpretive tasks and catheter anchoring if instructed.
• Initiate basic life support when required.
• Educate patients about tests and procedures to foster understanding and cooperation.
• Maintain assigned areas, report equipment issues, and manage supply restocking.
• Provide practical instruction to students and healthcare professionals.
• Participate in quality assessment and improvement initiatives within the department.
• Adhere to all relevant standards and policies, including on-call duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Radiographic Technology.
• Computer proficiency is necessary.

Licensure and Certifications:

• Must hold certification as a Radiologic Technologist (R.T.(R)) from ARRT or equivalent.
• State licensure certification required.
• Active student license at start date and Registry eligibility mandatory, with full certification within six months of hire.

This position is based in a regional healthcare setting within the Midwest United States and offers a supportive environment for professional growth and patient-centered care.