Radiologic Technologist

The Radiologic Technologist at Aurora Racine Surgery Center is a full-time, weekday position supporting both radiology and urgent care services within a multi-modality outpatient environment. The role offers a consistent schedule, a collaborative clinical team, and exposure to a wide range of imaging services while maintaining a strong work–life balance.

This position rotates between the Urgent Care area on one end of the center and the main Radiology department on the opposite end, providing variety in daily responsibilities and patient interactions.

Schedule and Hours

Days: Monday through Friday

Start Times: Vary between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.

End Times: Typically 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., depending on start time

Weekends/Holidays: no Weekends and one scheduled holiday each year

Primary Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic radiographic imaging examinations following established protocols and safety standards

Rotate coverage between

• Urgent Care imaging services
• General Radiology department
• Provide high-quality patient care, including proper positioning, shielding, and radiation safety practices
• Support limited minor surgical procedures and interventional services as needed
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, and other imaging professionals
• Maintain accurate documentation and images within the PACS/RIS systems
• Ensure imaging equipment is operated correctly and maintained in a clean, safe condition

Procedural and Clinical Environment

Minor Surgery: Limited, low-volume cases

Pain Clinic Support

• Use of C-arms for procedures
• Minimal fluoroscopy involvement

Fluoroscopic Procedures

• Primarily joint injections
• Low procedural complexity compared to hospital-based fluoroscopy

Equipment and Technology

General Radiography Equipment

Dell imaging systems, including two newly installed radiography rooms

Fluoroscopy / Pain Clinic

GE C-arms

Available Imaging Modalities Across Radiology Services

General X-Ray

Limited Fluoroscopy

Mammography

Ultrasound

PET/CT

CT

MRI

Work Environment

• Outpatient-focused, surgery center setting
• Predictable weekday schedule
• Team-oriented, patient-centered culture
• Balanced mix of routine outpatient imaging and procedural support
• Exposure to multiple modalities without heavy inpatient or emergency trauma volume

Ideal Candidate Profile

While specific qualifications may be outlined separately, this role is well-suited for technologists who

• Prefer a weekday-only schedule
• Enjoy a mix of routine imaging and light procedural work
• Are comfortable rotating between departments
• Value consistency, teamwork, and patient-focused care
• Seek experience in a modern, well-equipped outpatient imaging environment

Pay Range

$28.55 - $42.85

Major Responsibilities

Competently performs basic and intermediate radiographic procedures including general diagnostic and general fluoroscopic.

Communicates with patients to explain procedures, obtain clinical history, confirm acknowledgment of patients' understanding and address any questions or concerns.

Positions patients and selects exposure factors for various radiologic examinations, and provides patient with radiation protection and safety in accordance with prescribed methods.

Identifies patient and labels images pertaining to the patient, compares requisitions to physician's orders to ensure exam accuracy, and processes images ensuring quality of radiographs and calls back patients as necessary.

Assists, communicates and consults with the Radiologists.

Prepares and maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges.

Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.

Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

Radiographer license issued by the state of Wisconsin, and

Registered Technologist (RT) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months.

Education Required

Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Radiologic Technology.

Experience Required

No experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Competent in radiology positioning and techniques.

Knowledge of basic radiation safety and radiology equipment.

Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.

Ability to work independently.

Intermediate computer skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.

Must be able to stand/walk for majority of the day.

Must be able to

• lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.

Must be able to

• push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.

May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, personal protective equipment must be worn as necessary.

Must have clear speech, vision, and hearing.

Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.