Radiologic Technologist

Salem, OR, US
Imaging / Radiology Services
Full Time
Job ID: #13009

Location: Salem Hospital, 890 Oak St. SE, Salem, OR 97301
Department: Diagnostic Radiology
Position type: Full Time, 36 hours/week, Non-Exempt
Schedule: 4:00 pm – 4:30 am, Saturday – Monday

Your role with us

At Salem Health, radiologic technologists are a vital part of our patient care team, using their technical expertise and compassionate approach to deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging that supports accurate and timely medical decisions. Our techs go beyond simply taking images, they apply critical thinking to tailor each exam based on patient condition, anatomy, and cooperation level, ensuring optimal image quality while minimizing radiation exposure in line with ALARA principles. They work with cutting-edge equipment, document thoroughly, and navigate systems like EPIC, Radiant and PACS with confidence. Whether supporting physicians during exams, assisting with patient care tasks, or stepping into flexible roles as needed, our radiologic technologists are empowered to make a real impact every day. If you’re looking for a supportive, growth-oriented environment where your skills are valued and your work matters, Salem Health is the place for you.

What you'll do

  • Performing Diagnostic Imaging: Select appropriate radiation exposure settings based on the patient’s body type and condition. Capture high-quality images, tailoring exams to meet the specific needs of each patient.
  • Patient-Centered Care: Document thorough and relevant patient histories, including symptoms and onset. Provide compassionate care while ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the imaging process.
  • Equipment Operation & Maintenance: Operate imaging equipment safely and efficiently. Perform routine care, identify malfunctions, and report issues to ensure minimal downtime.
  • Technology & Documentation: Utilize Radiant Radiology, EPIC, and PACS systems for imaging requests, documentation, and charge entry. Follow ALARA principles and departmental safety guidelines.
  • Team Flexibility: Support the care team by assisting with various tasks such as clerical duties, patient calls, order protocols, phlebotomy, rooming, POC testing, and medication administration as needed.

Required qualifications

  • Graduated from an accredited radiologic technology program.
  • Licensed with the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) in Radiography.

Total rewards package

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth. Click here for details.

Why Salem Health?

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics, and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org

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Location: Salem Hospital, 890 Oak St. SE, Salem, OR 97301
Department: Diagnostic Radiology
Position type: Full Time, 36 hours/week, Non-Exempt
Schedule: 4:00 pm – 4:30 am, Saturday – Monday

Your role with us

At Salem Health, radiologic technologists are a vital part of our patient care team, using their technical expertise and compassionate approach to deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging that supports accurate and timely medical decisions. Our techs go beyond simply taking images, they apply critical thinking to tailor each exam based on patient condition, anatomy, and cooperation level, ensuring optimal image quality while minimizing radiation exposure in line with ALARA principles. They work with cutting-edge equipment, document thoroughly, and navigate systems like EPIC, Radiant and PACS with confidence. Whether supporting physicians during exams, assisting with patient care tasks, or stepping into flexible roles as needed, our radiologic technologists are empowered to make a real impact every day. If you’re looking for a supportive, growth-oriented environment where your skills are valued and your work matters, Salem Health is the place for you.

What you'll do

  • Performing Diagnostic Imaging: Select appropriate radiation exposure settings based on the patient’s body type and condition. Capture high-quality images, tailoring exams to meet the specific needs of each patient.
  • Patient-Centered Care: Document thorough and relevant patient histories, including symptoms and onset. Provide compassionate care while ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the imaging process.
  • Equipment Operation & Maintenance: Operate imaging equipment safely and efficiently. Perform routine care, identify malfunctions, and report issues to ensure minimal downtime.
  • Technology & Documentation: Utilize Radiant Radiology, EPIC, and PACS systems for imaging requests, documentation, and charge entry. Follow ALARA principles and departmental safety guidelines.
  • Team Flexibility: Support the care team by assisting with various tasks such as clerical duties, patient calls, order protocols, phlebotomy, rooming, POC testing, and medication administration as needed.

Required qualifications

  • Graduated from an accredited radiologic technology program.
  • Licensed with the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) in Radiography.

Total rewards package

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth. Click here for details.

Why Salem Health?

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics, and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org

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Whatever your background or career aspirations, there’s a place for you at Salem Health. And our Career Exploration Program can help you identify the ideal opportunity to pursue. The Program allows you to work alongside a healthcare professional as you gain insight into a fulfilling hospital career.

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Nursing

Since 2010, Salem Hospital has continuously achieved Magnet™-designation – the gold standard for nursing excellence. Only eight percent of all hospitals achieve this prestigious distinction.

We’ve been able to do this by maintaining a nursing culture that is defined by:

  • Consistent teamwork and collaboration
  • Exemplary resources to support clinical nurses
  • Engaged and inspiring leadership
  • A focus on well-being, resilience, diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Strong professional development opportunities
  • Pride in delivering quality-of-care that exceeds national norms
  • An empowering professional governance structure and professional practice model
  • New grad residency support, preceptorship, and mentoring
  • Open and transparent strategy alignment
  • Feedback is encouraged, valued and incorporated from the staff at all levels.
  • Partnerships with community organizations that support improved patient outcomes

If you’re looking for a setting where you can achieve your highest potential as a nurse, we invite you to join us. We welcome all nurses, including those from outside of the United States. At Salem Health, you can experience an inclusive culture that values and rewards your unique qualities and background.

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RN residency program

Begin your journey from student nurse to confident practitioner with our RN Residency Program. The program features a combination of didactic lessons, simulation, and track-specific class options. It begins with orientation and training and proceeds to preceptorship and mentorship. Through the program, you will gain clinical expertise as well as valuable professional skills such as communication and critical thinking.

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As a trusted provider of high-quality, comprehensive patient care, we offer nursing opportunities that cover the full spectrum of clinical specialties.

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Work-Life balance for nurses

We value and respect your life away from work and provide a variety of programs and perks that help you maintain a positive work-life balance. We’re fully committed to supporting your well-being and resilience.

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Certified nursing assistants

As a certified nursing assistant (CNA), your contributions are absolutely crucial. You will provide compassionate reassurance and vital patient support in order to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care possible. You will receive competitive compensation as you provide patients with physical care and emotional support. We seek empathetic, and non-judgmental individuals with a sincere passion for elevating others’ lives.

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Postgraduate year 1 pharmacy residency program

The Salem Health Postgraduate Year 1 (PGY1) Residency Program enhances your PharmD education as you develop your clinical expertise in the medication-related care of patients with a wide range of conditions. The program will be eligible for board certification, and eligible for postgraduate year 2 (PGY2) pharmacy residency training. Upon completion of the Salem Health PGY1 residency, we believe you will be a confident and highly capable general practitioner, and well-prepared for the next step in your career.

What are our employees saying about our residency program?

“I am very happy with the way the Residency program has gone. If I ever have any questions or need any advice on my unit, I know where to get the help I need.”

“I’m very happy with the depth and duration of the program. I received the information and education necessary to gain a thorough understanding of how the hospital operates.”

“This is a great program. I’m glad the hospital offers it to new grads. I was encouraged and supported throughout the whole program, and I’m very lucky to have been accepted into it.”

“The program very much smoothed the transition into acute care nursing, both in my nursing practice and emotionally. I feel well supported.”

We will meet you wherever you are on your career journey, and walk with you to your destination

There are over 900 unique positions to choose from at Salem Health. Whatever your background or your professional and personal aspirations, we offer an inclusive learning environment where you can achieve your highest potential in a career that grows with you. And, we’ll help you along the way with perks like tuition reimbursement and certification bonuses.

With so many options, why work anywhere else?

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One of the greatest benefits of working at Salem Health is the opportunity to live, work, and play in Oregon’s beautiful Willamette Valley. The moment you arrive, you’ll see why.

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We offer benefits for you and your loved ones that are designed to meet your unique needs.

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