Radiology (X-Ray) Technologist

Company: SJS Executives LLC
Location: Portland
Posted on: March 14, 2026

Job Description:

SJS Executives, LLC (SJS), also doing business as SJS Industrial, is currently seeking a reliable MRI Technologist to work full time for SJS Executives supporting ongoing facilities operations at a local Veteran’s Affairs Hospital in Portland, OR & Vancouver, WA. We are a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with 250 employees coast to coast and a headquarters in Virginia Beach, Virginia; we specialize in professional services to support federal and military organizations. Due to the nature of this position, must be willing to commit to a minimum six (6) month assignment. Responsibilities: Prepare patients for radiologic procedures while ensuring proper patient care and safety protocols are followed. - Protect patients, staff, and self from radiation exposure by adhering to established radiation safety standards and procedures. - Operate radiographic equipment to produce diagnostic X-ray images used for medical diagnosis and treatment. - Implement and maintain infection control procedures within the imaging work area. - Select appropriate ionizing and technical imaging factors for radiological examinations. - Position patients correctly and perform X-ray imaging of specific body areas as ordered by physicians. - Review and evaluate radiographic images for clarity and diagnostic quality; repeat images when necessary. - Verify patient identity using name, Social Security number, or date of birth and explain imaging procedures prior to examinations. - Confirm pregnancy status for female patients prior to performing imaging procedures. - Set technical imaging factors and adjust accessory equipment according to established imaging protocols. - Process and review films or digital images to ensure proper positioning, identification, and image quality. - Enter required patient and examination data into the Decentralized Hospital Computer System (DHCP). - Maintain accurate records of patients treated, examinations performed, imaging views obtained, and technical settings used. - Perform routine and specialized diagnostic imaging procedures including chest, joints, extremities, cholangiography, barium enemas, upper gastrointestinal studies, and intravenous pyelograms under the direction of a Radiologist when required. - Inspect radiographic equipment prior to examinations to ensure proper functionality and report malfunctions to the physician or technical supervisor. - Prepare examination rooms by ensuring sterile supplies, contrast materials, catheters, and other required equipment are available and properly arranged. - Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and maintain cleanliness of imaging rooms and work areas. - Greet and assist patients arriving in the department, verify appointments, answer phone inquiries, and provide general information as needed. - Coordinate with inpatient units to call scheduled patients for examinations when equipment becomes available. - Perform portable X-ray imaging throughout the medical center while notifying nearby staff and visitors of radiation safety precautions. - Document unusual events occurring within the Diagnostic Imaging Service and notify the on-call Radiologist or supervisory technologist. - Maintain exam room cleanliness and restock supplies at the end of each shift. - Ensure patient safety during examinations, including proper patient handling and movement techniques. - Provide professional and courteous customer service to patients, visitors, and medical staff. - Notify supervisory technologists when leaving the department or if coverage is unavailable. - Remain on duty until relieved by the next scheduled technologist and maintain punctual attendance. - Follow Radiology/Diagnostic Imaging Service (DIS) policies for after-hours imaging requests across modalities including CT, MRI, Ultrasound, and Diagnostic Radiology. - Refer after-hours clinical questions to the appropriate on-call Radiologist, Resident, or Chief Technologist when a Radiologist is not immediately available. - Document after-hours situations and provide written reports to the Chief Technologist as required. - Participate in on-call rotations and provide emergency imaging services when scheduled. - Support the VA Radiology mission by delivering diagnostic imaging services aligned with standards of care for Veterans across imaging modalities. Schedule: - Personnel will work any eight (8) hour shift, nine (9) hour shift, or ten (10) hour shift. Eight (8) hour shifts are typically five (5) days per week with 30 minutes for lunch/dinner. Nine (9) hour shifts are typically a rotating four (4) day and five (5) days per week with 30 minutes for lunch/dinner. Ten (10) hour shifts are typically a four (4) day week. Rotating weekends and Holiday shifts may be required, and hours will vary. Overtime, On-Call, and Call Back duty for these positions may be required on occasion and in emergent situations. Overtime, On-Call, and Call Back rates will be in accordance with Contractor's Federal Supply Schedule Price List terms and conditions. Minimum assignments shall be for 2 days (16 hours per position), with possible opportunities for longer assignments depending on the need of the medical facil. Qualifications: - In accordance with federal regulations, possession of a valid Real ID is a requirement for this position. - Successful completion of an accredited educational training program in which technologists are certified as Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and must be certified for their specialty. - Minimum two (2) years of experience operating diagnostic radiology equipment under the supervision of a Radiologist or medical officer. - Recent experience as an MRI Technologist in a hospital or clinical laboratory setting within the past six (6) months. - Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification. - Proof of current Professional Liability insurance. - Provide three (3) references. - Must be a US Citizen - Must satisfy all additional federal, VA, and facility-specific credentialing requirements. - Must be able to successfully pass a drug test and a thorough background check for access onto a military installation; please note the background check for this position extends past 7 years, in conformance with federal law and US Department of Justice guidelines for work on a military installation. SJS Executives’ pay structure reflects a sincere effort to reward employees in accordance with factors such as, but not limited to years of experience, education, skills, budget constraints, and internal equity considerations, ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package. The actual salary may vary. SJS Executives, LLC (SJS), also doing business as SJS Industrial, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy status and/or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. PI9b3fbfff30b6-36205-39956829

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