Interventional Radiology Technologist

Avera • Sioux Falls, SD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Interventional Radiology Technologist performs specialized procedures using sterile techniques and specialized equipment. The role includes preparing and positioning patients, coordinating procedures with nursing staff and other team members, producing diagnostic images, maintaining procedure supplies, and providing patient care support, including for critically ill patients. The technologist monitors hemodynamics, understands human vasculature, anticipates the physician’s needs, and maintains a sterile environment. The position also supports required records and compliance activities and requires the ability to interpret complex clinical information, analyze data, and apply critical thinking.

The position is based at Avera McKennan Hospital. The work shift is primarily days, with night, weekend, and holiday on-call involvement. Pay is listed at $35.50–$53.75, with the actual rate dependent on experience. A $10,000 sign-on bonus may be available, and the position may qualify for Avera’s student loan repayment program.

Requirements

• Associate's transcript showing completion of Radiology Technology education at a two-year college or technical school, or a hospital-based Radiologic Technology program.
• Obtain one of the following within 60 days: Cardiac Interventional Radiography (RI) registration from ARRT; Radiography (R) registration from ARRT; or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) credential from CCI.
• Ability to work the specified hours.
• Visual acuity adequate to perform the position’s duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively, hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds.
• Ability to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and coordinate workflow.
• Commitment to Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles, and to its CARE standards.

Responsibilities

• Schedule procedures and appropriate patient preparations.
• Prepare, position, and instruct patients, and adjust equipment for procedures.
• Coordinate with nursing staff, scrub techs, other technologists, and students during examinations.
• Produce satisfactory images using digital imaging or hard film and present them for radiologist interpretation.
• Maintain, order, and evaluate products used for procedures.
• Assist nursing staff in caring for critically ill patients.
• Assist with collecting and maintaining records required by the Radiology Department, Quality Department, Joint Commission accreditation, OSHA guidelines, and other applicable requirements.
• Monitor hemodynamics during procedures.
• Understand human vasculature, including cerebral circulation, and anticipate physician needs for supplies, equipment, and medications while maintaining a sterile environment.
• Analyze data, formulate appropriate plans of action, and apply critical thinking.
• Maintain confidentiality and coordinate workflow effectively with team members.
• Comply with applicable safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards, including CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA requirements.

Benefits

• May be eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus.
• May be eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, with an additional monthly principal payment of $167, up to $10,000.
• PTO available from day one for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
• Career development through hands-on training and mentorship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree