Certified Radiologic Technologist — Contract Radiographer for Correctional Facility (Leavenworth, KS)

Job ID: GS-0018-01

We’re looking for a Certified Radiologic Technologist to join our team at a correctional facility in Leavenworth, Kansas. You’ll perform routine diagnostic imaging for the facility’s patient population, operate government-furnished radiographic equipment, keep accurate clinical records, and follow all applicable professional, radiation-safety, infection-control, privacy, and correctional-security protocols.

Quick facts

• Profession: Certified Radiologic Technologist
• Location: Leavenworth, Kansas (correctional facility)
• Job type: Contract
• Shift: 7:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., three days per week (6 hours/day; specific days TBC)
• Rate: $45/hour

What we need

• Current ARRT certification (Radiography) and an active Kansas state license
• Minimum of three years of radiologic technologist experience

What you’ll do

• Perform routine diagnostic x-rays as ordered by authorized medical staff
• Operate and care for radiographic equipment per manufacturer guidance and institutional procedures
• Verify patient identity, explain procedures, and position patients to produce diagnostic-quality images
• Review images for correct positioning and exposure, and ensure overall image quality
• Follow radiation-safety protocols to protect patients, staff, and yourself
• Perform routine equipment checks and report any malfunctions or concerns promptly
• Maintain accurate documentation of exams, procedures, patient info, and workload
• Support daily radiology clinic operations and communicate relevant clinical information to authorized Health Services personnel
• Observe the facility’s Health Services Manual, departmental policies, and institutional procedures
• Maintain professional interactions in a secure correctional environment and immediately report inmate rule violations, security issues, or unusual incidents
• Keep open lines of communication with the Clinical Director, Health Services Administrator, and Contracting Officer’s Representative
• Perform other duties as assigned

If you’re a detail-oriented radiologic technologist comfortable working in a correctional setting and meeting safety and documentation standards, we’d like to hear from you.