Baptist·Jonesboro, Arkansas
The scheduler/radiology technician is responsible for scheduling patients for imaging and performing diagnostic radiologic procedures. They must maintain accurate records, ensure equipment safety, and provide high-quality patient care according to hospital protocols.
Schedules patients with the appropriate imaging modality. Operates radiology equipment and performs routine diagnostic procedures as prescribed by physicians according to established standards and practices in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease.
Job Responsibilities
Uses the hospital information and telecommunications systems to maintain records, correspondence, and reports to facilitate timely communication and accurate documentation.
Communicates with staff and customers by maintaining, receiving, conveying and recording information accurately.
Promotes customer satisfaction while maintaining a positive, professional manner in both verbal and nonverbal communication.
Performs radiologic procedures using appropriate technical and safety method as requested by a licensed physician.
Exercise judgement in selecting and computing settings for each patient.
Develop an appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
Participates in hospital and departmental performance improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards. Collects quality data for monitoring performance improvement.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Experience as obtained through the completion of a Radiology Technology Program.
Completion of a formal education program in radiography accredited by a mechanism acceptable to ARRT. Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with current Registry in Radiography ARRT(R) or new graduate who is waiting to take the registry.
Associates degree in related field.
Basic computer skills, ability perform basic math computation.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Ability to speak, articulate, and be understood clearly.
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory.
Utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
Demonstrates ability to receive and follow written and oral instructions; ability to plan and organize work.
RRT(R); BLS Certification within 14 days of hire. New graduate who will obtain required registry within 120 days of hire. State license as required.
Candidates must have completed an accredited radiology technology program and hold or be eligible for ARRT registration. A BLS certification is required within 14 days of hire, along with basic computer and math skills.
Market context
In Arkansas, scheduler-radiology tech roles are typically tied to steady imaging volume and the need to keep patient flow, exam timing, and staffing aligned. These positions can be competitive because employers often want candidates who combine radiology training, ARRT registration eligibility, BLS readiness, and strong computer and math skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your ARRT status and BLS timeline before applying.