Lead Radiology Technologist

Lead Radiology Technologist

Location: Portland, Oregon Work Model: Onsite Hospital Setting Job Type: Full-Time / Day Shift Schedule: Monday Friday | 6:30 AM 3:00 PM The ideal candidate will possess strong diagnostic imaging experience, radiology workflow coordination expertise, and the ability to lead operations within a high-volume radiology department. This role supports daily radiology operations, staff coordination, patient scheduling, workflow management, and direct radiographic procedures within a fast-paced acute care environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Radiology Operations & Workflow Coordination
• Monitor and assist with daily technical operations within Diagnostic Imaging.
• Coordinate workflow and radiology scheduling to ensure efficient patient throughput.
• Oversee daily radiology department schedules for:
• Technologist assignments
• Patient scheduling
• Exam workflow coordination
• Schedule inpatient imaging exams in a timely manner to meet patient care needs.

• Diagnostic Imaging & Patient Care
• Perform radiographic procedures according to hospital quality and safety standards.
• Ensure accurate imaging practices and patient positioning techniques.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered imaging care.
• Support smooth patient flow within a high-volume radiology environment.

• Leadership & Staff Support
• Assist with staff training and onboarding activities.
• Support team coordination and communication across departments.
• Address equipment concerns, operational issues, and safety-related matters.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary departments.

• Equipment, Safety & Compliance
• Monitor imaging equipment functionality and escalate technical concerns as needed.
• Maintain compliance with radiation safety and regulatory standards.
• Support departmental quality assurance and operational improvement initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to hospital imaging policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Must-Have Skills
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Radiographic Procedures
• Radiology Workflow Coordination
• Patient Scheduling
• Radiation Safety
• Diagnostic Imaging Operations
• Patient-Centered Care
• Team Collaboration
• Equipment Coordination
• Staff Training Support
• Acute Care Imaging Environment
• Education
• Education sufficient to meet certification, license, or registration requirements.
• Certifications & Licensure
• Oregon Radiographer License required upon hire.
• ARRT Certification required upon hire.
• BLS Certification (American Heart Association) required upon hire.
• Experience
• Experience working in Diagnostic Imaging environments required.
• Ability to work effectively within high-volume hospital settings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Diagnostic Imaging experience preferred.
• Experience supporting workflow coordination within radiology departments.
• Experience working in acute care hospital environments.
• Experience assisting with staff coordination and training.

Work Environment

• Full-time onsite hospital role in Portland, OR.
• Day shift diagnostic imaging environment.
• Fast-paced acute care radiology department.
• Collaborative multidisciplinary healthcare setting.