Initial Posting Date:

10/22/2026

Application Deadline:

11/01/2026

Agency:

Department of Corrections

Salary Range:

$5,483 - $6,578

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Radiologic Technologist (Madras)

Job Description:

Radiologist Technologist (Madras)

Deer Ridge Correctional Institution – Madras, Oregon

Oregon Department of Corrections

Come work with our amazing medical staff with the Department of Corrections. Our medical staff work in our secure medical unit within the facility. Great pay, wonderful physicians, and amazing benefits! This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants and could be used to fill future vacancies.

About the Job – Your Role

As a Radiologist Technologist, you will perform diagnostic radiology procedures in accordance with practitioner’s orders and within limits of licensure; in addition, you will assist in the health care and laboratory areas when needed.

• Develops and implements operational procedures for the department’s facilities in accordance with Board of Radiology rules and community standards. Maintains current knowledge of proper techniques and procedures, as related to radiography and developing films. Attends continuing education programs and professional affiliations, required for maintenance of licensure.
• Performs diagnostic radiology procedures in accordance with practitioner orders and within limits of licensure. Continually monitors the quality of services performed through a quality assurance program and by working with consultants and the practitioner.
• Maintains accurate, concise records of all department x-ray activities and required statistical data. Responsible for the preparation and maintenance of patient x-rays and reports by keeping a current and accurate filing system by filing, reviewing, and pulling information as necessary.
• Consults with practitioners regarding questions or specific patient problems. Provides services at a variety of facilities. Schedules activities through the Nurse Manager, Outpatient Services, or Support Services Supervisor.
• Complies with all rules and regulations regarding personal radiation exposure for self or other staff members.
• Reviews quality of services with community consultant as necessary. Provides emergency services as necessary outside of normal work schedule as directed by supervisor.
• Performs mathematical calculation and formulates technique chart to obtain proper exposure during radiographic examination.
• Provide patient teaching and assist patient in obtaining proper position to perform x-ray examination.
• Assist with budget preparation; provide input to develop and propose service alternatives such as expansion of level of service or improve the quality of service.
• Performs work according to guidelines and procedures for maintenance of a secure environment in the correctional setting.

This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). This position may be eligible for Police & Fire (P&F) benefits through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), as defined by statute.

Minimum Qualifications

Certification as a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist with the American Registry for Radiological Technologists and a valid Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist license issued by the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging at the time of appointment OR other authorization issued by the Board of Medical Imaging to practice diagnostic radiologic technology in the following categories: head, upper extremities, lower extremities, chest and ribs, abdomen and spine.

General Knowledge

• Techniques and procedures of radiography

• Proper positioning and shielding of patients to obtain needed x‑ray results
• Anatomy and physiology as it relates to radiography
• Care, operation maintenance, and repair of radiographic equipment
• Procedures and materials used in developing radiographic films
• Phlebotomy and proper sample collection and labeling
• Math for equipment exposure calculations
• Radiation safety, rules, and regulations
• Formulation of technique charts
• Infection control and sterile techniques

Requested Skills

• Caring for and operating radiographic equipment
• Communicating with patients and gaining cooperation
• Positioning patients to radiograph the required portion of the body
• Maintaining patient records in all formats
• The use of computer software for word processing, email, and computer navigation

Application Information

• In the Work Experience section of your application make sure to include the dates and duties of all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications, you will not be considered for the position. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the job posting close date.
• The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
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• As part of our selection process, we may require additional assessment stages, such as written exercises, to further evaluate candidates’ qualifications. Meaningful participation in these exercises is required for all applicants moving forward in the process. Failure to complete the required exercise(s) within the specified timeframe will result in disqualification from consideration. All candidates who successfully complete these screening stages and meet the necessary requirements will advance to the next stage in the selection process.
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Working Conditions

• Requires working independently with little or no supervision
• Requires contact with adults in custody, who may become violent, in a prison setting
• Requires walking or standing for long periods
• Requires climbing stairs
• May require limited exertion resulting from patient care
• Are exposed to chemicals, radiation, communicable diseases, or other hazards inherent in a health care and correctional setting
• May require occasional local or in-state travel for training or meetings

About the Department

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for over 12,000 adults in custody in 12 state prisons throughout Oregon. It advises and evaluates counties regarding administration of probation and parole programs supervising more than 24,000 offenders in Oregon communities. The mission is to protect communities, promote accountability, and transform lives.

The Oregon Department of Corrections serves a diverse and changing population of people who are incarcerated and on supervision. We commit to creating an organization both reflecting the diversity of the population we serve and ensuring all employees thrive in a culture of safety, trust, and belonging. We strive to be an anti-racist corrections system. Welcoming, inclusive, and respectful of all people. Free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

The Department offers a variety of programs and opportunity to create a safe and healthy environment to for our staff, volunteers, and adults in custody. Joining the Oregon Department of Corrections is joining a team working for the benefit of our communities through innovative and proven correctional practices.

Benefits

The salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.

The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes:

• Family health, vision, and dental insurance
• Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
• 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
• Optional short and long-term disability
• Term life insurance
• Fully paid retirement program
• Oregon Saving Growth Plan
• Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
• And more

About the Process – What to Expect

• After the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.
• Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager.
• The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews.
• Interview will be held with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preferences points will be applied in compliance with relevant laws and bargaining agreements. There may be multiple rounds of interviews.
• Final candidates will have a background check, PREA check, and reference checks.
• A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay.
• A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate. Congratulations, and welcome to the team!

Requirements for Employment

The successful candidate for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, there may be some felony convictions that could disqualify you for this position. However, having a felony record does not exclusively restrict you from being considered as an applicant. CJIS clearance is done at the conditional job offer. If you have questions about whether or not your criminal record could disqualify for you, please contact the recruiter for more information.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDI&B) is embedded in the Department of Corrections core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Additional information can be found from The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Know Your Rights.

The Oregon Department of Corrections is responsible for complying with the Federal Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA 42 U.S.C. 1997). PREA prohibits the Oregon Department of Corrections from hiring, promoting, or contracting with anyone, (that will have direct contact with residents), who has engaged in, been convicted of, or been civilly or administratively adjudicated for engaging in sexual abuse in confinement settings. Learn more about PREA.

Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources. Please note – if you are a veteran, you will receive a task in Workday to upload your documents immediately after you submit your initial application. You will have up until 24 hours after the posted application deadline to submit the appropriate documentation.

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Questions

If you have questions about the position, selection process, or need accommodations to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.

Recruiter: Jessica Roberts, Jessica.A.Roberts@doc.oregon.gov

Reference Number: REQ-208738

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• ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.
• This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
• This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.