Non-Registered Radiologic Technician

The Non-Registered (NR) Radiologic Technologist provides imaging support across Diagnostic Imaging, CT, and MRI departments. This position reports to the Lead Technologist, Radiology Associate Director/Manager, and Radiology Director. Working under the direct and indirect supervision of a registered technologist or radiologist, this position assists in performing a variety of general diagnostic imaging procedures, including fluoroscopic examinations.

The NR Radiologic Technologist supports imaging services in multiple care settings, including the Emergency Department, Surgery, and portable/bedside environments. This role ensures safe, accurate, and timely imaging while maintaining patient comfort, adhering to established protocols, and collaborating with the radiology team to deliver high-quality diagnostic services. The NR Radiologic Technologist will take call as needed to support departmental needs and help provide departmental coverage 24 hours/7 days per week.

Responsibilities Prepare exam room and equipment to conduct examinations in accordance with infections disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures. Assume responsibility for the safety of the patient during the examination. Review patient medical history and supporting clinical information.

Ensure that the examination order is complete, contains relevant information, and meets the standard of “medical necessity.” Evaluate any contraindications, insufficient patient preparation, and the patient’s inability or unwillingness to tolerate the examination and associated procedures. Communicate with the patient in a manner appropriate to the patient’s ability to understand. Conduct patient clinical assessment and perform the diagnostic medical examination ordered by the provider in accordance with professional and facility protocols.

Apply independent, professional, ethical judgement, and critical thinking to safely perform diagnostic procedures. To adhere to accepted professional and ethical standards. Review examination images and perform post processing as needed.

Assist invasive procedures under the supervising physician. Perform quality control procedures to ensure imaging equipment operates at optimal levels. Exercise responsibility to ensure that the imaging equipment is functioning accurately.

Notify physician of any incidental findings that might impact patient safety or patient care. Other duties as assigned. Education H.

S. Diploma - Required Currently attending a radiology program. - Required Work Experience Licenses and Certifications Registered Technologist (R. T.) - (Registered) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists within 6 months post graduation from Radiology program - Required within 180 Days Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required Upon Hire Travel Requirements Must be able to travel between various system facilities and off-site locations as needed. - Required Qualifications Skills and Abilities Essential Technical/Motor Skills Inputting data, calibrating equipment, answering telephone, speaking clearly, manipulating small items, fine motor skills, knowledge of body mechanics and CPR.

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Interpersonal Skills Effective communication skills and ability to interact with patients, staff, visitors, physicians, etc. Must work well as a team member.

Essential Physical Requirements Moving equipment, pushing, pulling, lifting 35 lbs., walking, restraining, standing, and kneeling. Essential Mental Abilities Manipulate numbers, explain procedures, evaluate patient’s condition and take immediate action, calculating exposure factors. Essential Sensory Requirements Visual skills to read equipment settings, hear audio signals, reading computer screens.

Exposure to Hazards Blood, body fluids, needle sticks, radiation and hazardous materials. Other Skills and Abilities Caregiver must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care for patients in all age groups.

Full time · Variable