Radiologic Technologist (Orthopedics)

Quick Facts

• Role: Radiologic Technologist (Orthopedics)

Description

Work as a Radiologic Technologist delivering diagnostic-quality imaging for orthopedic patients while ensuring patient safety throughout the imaging workflow. Operate imaging equipment, use approved protocols to optimize image quality, administer contrast per policy, and verify image adequacy before exam completion. Maintain required documentation, radiation safety, and quality standards while supporting department workflow and patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accountability for patient safety throughout screening, preparation, monitoring, and post-procedure care
• Produce diagnostic-quality images using approved protocols and professional standards
• Apply professional judgment within approved protocols to optimize image quality and address imaging challenges
• Review images prior to exam completion and take corrective action if diagnostic adequacy is not met
• Administer contrast per policy, including contraindication screening and patient monitoring (as applicable)
• Operate imaging equipment and ensure imaging room readiness
• Identify equipment performance issues and initiate follow-up through service processes
• Coordinate exam flow and prioritize time-sensitive studies
• Maintain accurate documentation in the medical record and image archive system (setup, routing, result availability, and charging accuracy)
• Adhere to organizational compliance and quality/safety standards, including radiation safety, MRI safety (as applicable), and infection prevention
• Support department initiatives to improve relationships, reliability, efficiency, and growth
• Support additional responsibilities aligned with patient care and department needs

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist Program
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiography (R)
• Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Accreditation
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being and protection for unexpected life events
• Eligibility for benefits depends on employment classification
• Sign-on bonus may be included; eligibility rules apply (internal employees/rehire not eligible if they left within 1 year)