Radiologic Technologist I

Position Title: Radiologic Technologist I

Department: Radiology

Reports To: Radiology Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

$28.00-$32.50/Hr.

Offers of employment within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Position Summary

The Radiologic Technologist I is the foundational imaging professional responsible for performing diagnostic radiographic examinations while developing technical proficiency and clinical skills. This position focuses on general radiography and provides safe, accurate, and compassionate patient care while building the competencies necessary to progress into advanced imaging modalities.

Essential Functions

• Perform routine diagnostic radiographic examinations as ordered by the provider.
• Position patients appropriately to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
• Apply radiation safety principles and appropriate shielding techniques.
• Verify patient identity and imaging orders prior to procedures.
• Explain procedures and provide compassionate patient care.
• Prepare and maintain imaging equipment and examination rooms.
• Review images for quality and repeat images when necessary.
• Document procedures accurately within the electronic medical record and PACS.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Follow infection prevention, safety, and quality assurance protocols.
• Participate in continuing education and competency development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Standards

• Performs duties with guidance and supervision.
• Developing proficiency in imaging procedures, equipment operation, and department workflows.
• Requires support for complex imaging procedures and clinical decision-making.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program required
• Experience: None required; healthcare imaging experience preferred
• Licensure/Certifications:
  • ARRT Registered in Radiography (required)
  • Current Virginia Radiologic Technologist license (required if applicable)
  • BLS certification required (or obtained within organizational guidelines)

Competencies

• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills
• Basic radiographic imaging proficiency
• Patient-centered communication
• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Reliability and professionalism

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and move throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 50 pounds and assist with positioning or transferring patients using appropriate equipment and safe patient handling techniques.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate radiographic and imaging equipment, position patients, administer contrast (as applicable), and complete documentation.
• Visual acuity, including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus to safely perform diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Ability to hear and communicate effectively with patients, providers, and members of the healthcare team.
• Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including radiation protection devices such as lead aprons and thyroid shields, for extended periods.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations and changing patient care needs in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Ability to maintain concentration and exercise sound judgment while performing imaging procedures with a high degree of accuracy.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in a hospital diagnostic imaging department and may include portable imaging throughout the facility, including the Emergency Department, Operating Room, inpatient units, and outpatient settings.
• Frequent interaction with patients of all ages, families, physicians, nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Regular exposure to radiation, bodily fluids, bloodborne pathogens, infectious diseases, and other biological hazards; strict adherence to radiation safety, infection prevention, and PPE requirements is required.
• Frequent use of radiographic, fluoroscopic, portable, CT, and other diagnostic imaging equipment as applicable to the position.
• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and ergonomic hazards commonly found in healthcare settings.
• Fast-paced environment requiring effective prioritization, critical thinking, adaptability, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
• May require evening, weekend, holiday, on-call, or emergency coverage based on departmental staffing and operational needs.
• May be required to travel throughout the hospital to perform portable imaging procedures and assist with patient care as needed.

Additional Information

Bath Community Hospital reserves the right to modify job responsibilities as needed to support organizational needs.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Bath Community Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and recruits, hires, and promotes qualified candidates without regard to legally protected characteristics.