Radiology Technologist
Franciscan Health·Rensselaer, Indiana
Franciscan Health·Rensselaer, Indiana
Perform specialized diagnostic imaging examinations and collaborate with healthcare professionals to interpret results for patient diagnosis. Additionally, manage clinic operations including phlebotomy, EKG testing, and general patient care functions.
Working Well Rensselaer 1103 E Grace St.
Rensselaer, Indiana 47978 The Radiology Technologist Ambulatory Services is responsible for performing specialized and difficult diagnostic imaging examinations of patients, ionizing radiation to render optimum images which are used to support diagnoses and provide insight into medical issues, concerns or conditions.
This position conducts preliminary analysis on images and collaborates with doctors and other Healthcare professionals to interpret images.
The Technologist maintains optimum timeliness, accuracy, proficiency, efficiency, and safety during the execution of duties, and works closely with patients, to ensure they have an understanding of procedures and are comfortable during procedures.
In addition to imaging responsibilities, this position is responsible for other clinic functions that involve improving the health status, wellness and quality of life for customers, employees and the community as a whole through disease prevention, health promotion, and injury care.
This position provides quality assessments, clinical care, testing, phlebotomy, injections, injury treatment, and education.
This position, also, assists with clerical duties as needed.
Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT 3 days 8 hours per day- rotation schedule 8am to 6 Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm Saturday Assists with clinic operations and patient care functions including patients to treatment room, vital signs, patient weight, wound photography, finger stick blood testing, dressing application, calf measurements, assists RN with procedures as appropriate Provides direct patient care including conducting assessments, assisting with procedures, rooming patients, defining plans of care, and providing appropriate related treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning. Performs Point of Care (POC) testing, interprets the results to guide care Prepares and completes EKG testing and appropriately documents results for provider review Design and Complete functional ability testing, such as lift testing Treats injuries using appropriate treatment modalities within the scope of athletic training certification and state practice act Completes and appropriately documents audiometric testing on patients Completes and appropriately documents Pulmonary Function Tests on patients; completes Respiratory fit testing on Filtering Respirators (ie. N95), Full Face Respirators, and Half Face Respirators via qualitative and quantitative testing methods; educate patients on the use of PAPRs and CAPRs in the event that the patients fails respirator fit testing Collects and properly documents DOT and non-DOT Drug Screens Chain-of-Custody; performs breath alcohol testing, in accordance with policy and Federal Regulations Obtains blood specimens from patients by performing venipuncture or finger sticks; collects urine specimens Greets and checks-in patients; verifies information and enter it into the system; registers patients for services in Electronic Medical Record, and collects all information required to validate identity and bill for services Assists with clerical tasks as needed including telephone, appointments, etc. Enters all care provided in electronic medical record Enters lab results and data into the electronic medical record system; receives insurance co-pay payments and posts amounts paid to patient accounts as appropriate for setting Assesses and Triages walk in patients for sign of heart attack, stroke, active bleeding, etc Attends offsite wellness events; coordinates and brings all needed supplies; returns supplies and routes specimens to correct location after the event
Associate's Degree Radiology-Required Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association-required within 90 days of hire Radiography (ARRT-R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)-Required Radiology Technologist License (RADTECH) - State Licensing Board-Required Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT) - Indiana Department of Transportation TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Never or Rarely EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity. Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.
Requires an Associate's Degree in Radiology and current ARRT-R and state licensure. Must obtain BLS certification within 90 days of hire and hold a Breath Alcohol Technician certification.
Market context
In Indiana, allied-health radiologic technologist roles are typically driven by steady demand in hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, and physician practices. These positions are competitive because employers usually look for both formal program completion and active credentials, including BLS and ARRT registration. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit and save time on the original job description; if you apply, confirm your program, certification status, and any state-specific expectations before submitting.