Radiologic Technologist (Madras)

Initial posting date: 10/22/2026 · Application deadline: 11/01/2026 · Agency: Department of Corrections · Salary range: $5,483 – $6,578 · Position type: Employee · Reference: REQ-2

About the role

As a Radiologic Technologist at Deer Ridge Correctional Institution in Madras, Oregon, you will perform diagnostic radiology procedures in accordance with practitioner orders and within the limits of licensure. You will also assist in health care and laboratory areas when needed, develop and implement operational procedures for the department’s facilities per Board of Radiology rules and community standards, and maintain current knowledge of radiography techniques, film developing, and continuing education requirements for licensure maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiology procedures in accordance with practitioner orders and within limits of licensure
• Continually monitor quality of services through a quality assurance program and by working with consultants and practitioners
• Maintain accurate, concise records of all department x-ray activities and required statistical data
• Prepare and maintain patient x-rays and reports via a current, accurate filing system (filing, reviewing, pulling information as necessary)
• Consult with practitioners regarding questions or specific patient problems
• Provide services at a variety of facilities
• Schedule activities through the Nurse Manager, Outpatient Services, or Support Services Supervisor
• Comply with all rules and regulations regarding personal radiation exposure for self and other staff members
• Review quality of services with community consultant as necessary
• Provide emergency services outside normal work schedule as directed by supervisor
• Perform mathematical calculations and formulate technique charts to obtain proper exposure during radiographic examination
• Provide patient teaching and assist patients in obtaining proper position for x-ray examination
• Assist with budget preparation; provide input to develop and propose service alternatives such as expansion of level of service or improvement of service quality
• Perform work according to guidelines and procedures for maintenance of a secure environment in the correctional setting

Minimum qualifications

• Certification as a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist with the American Registry for Radiological Technologists and a valid Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist license issued by the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging at the time of appointment
• OR other authorization issued by the Board of Medical Imaging to practice diagnostic radiologic technology in the following categories: head, upper extremities, lower extremities, chest and ribs, abdomen and spine

General knowledge

• Techniques and procedures of radiography
• Proper positioning and shielding of patients to obtain needed x‑ray results
• Anatomy and physiology as it relates to radiography
• Care, operation, maintenance, and repair of radiographic equipment
• Procedures and materials used in developing radiographic films
• Phlebotomy and proper sample collection and labeling
• Math for equipment exposure calculations
• Radiation safety, rules, and regulations
• Formulation of technique charts
• Infection control and sterile techniques

Requested skills

• Caring for and operating radiographic equipment
• Communicating with patients and gaining cooperation
• Positioning patients to radiograph the required portion of the body
• Maintaining patient records in all formats
• Using computer software for word processing, email, and computer navigation

Working conditions

• Requires working independently with little or no supervision
• Requires contact with adults in custody, who may become violent, in a prison setting
• Requires walking or standing for long periods
• Requires climbing stairs
• May require limited exertion resulting from patient care
• Exposure to chemicals, radiation, communicable diseases, or other hazards inherent in a health care and correctional setting
• May require occasional local or in-state travel for training or meetings

Benefits

The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%. The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes:

• Family health, vision, and dental insurance
• Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
• 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
• Optional short and long-term disability
• Term life insurance
• Fully paid retirement program
• Oregon Saving Growth Plan
• Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
• And more

About the department

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to protect communities, promote accountability, and transform lives. The department serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision, and commits to creating an organization reflecting that diversity while ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety, trust, and belonging. The department strives to be an anti-racist corrections system — welcoming, inclusive, and respectful of all people, free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Requirements for employment

• Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility
• Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, some felony convictions could disqualify a candidate; however, having a felony record does not exclusively restrict consideration
• CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer stage
• Final candidates will have a background check, PREA check, and reference checks
• Compliance with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997): the department cannot hire, promote, or contract with anyone who will have direct contact with residents and has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings

This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute. Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications will be awarded candidate preference. The State of Oregon does not request or require age, date of birth, or attendance/graduation dates from educational institutions during the application process. For questions about the position, selection process, or accommodations, contact recruiter Jessica Roberts at Jessica.A.Roberts@doc.oregon.gov and reference REQ-2.