Radiology Tech

About Saint Joseph Health System

Saint Joseph Health System is a not-for-profit, multi-hospital health system located in North Central Indiana. Our system includes a 254-bed acute-care hospital at the Mishawaka Medical Center, a 58-bed acute-care hospital at the Plymouth Medical Center, and more than 85 providers in the Saint Joseph Physician Network.

What We Offer

• Benefits first day of employment (including: medical, dental, vision, PTO, life, STD/LTD)
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement savings account with employer match
• Generous paid time off programs
• Employee referral incentive program
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement

Job Duties

• Administers radiation in the production of high-quality radiographic images.
• Exhibits mastery of all functions of: radiographic equipment in use within the Main and E.R. departments and portable units, fluoroscopic equipment including mobile units, and image viewing systems and procedures pertinent to the radiographic equipment used.
• Produces images of the highest technical quality while adhering to the principle of ALARA in regard to radiation dose using shielding, collimation, and cassette sizes.
• Exhibits ingenuity in the imaging of pediatric, geriatric, trauma, and the atypical patient.
• Produces optimal quality radiographs with little to no discomfort to such patients despite challenging physical or mental conditions.
• Assists radiologist during fluoroscopy and other patient examinations.
• Prepares patient and exam room prior to radiologist arrival.
• Assists with the administration of oral, rectal and IV contrast media.
• Is knowledgeable of adverse reactions and quickly identifies such and takes appropriate action.
• Thoroughly explains all procedures to patient prior to study and manages patient/exam information through existing electronic systems.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of a formal program in Radiologic Technology in an AMA approved school.
• Current licensure with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T.)
• Current Indiana State Department of Health X-ray Operator Certificate.
• Current BLS Certification