IR Technologist

Sanford Health•Bismarck, ND

About The Position

Provides high-quality images, including sophisticated special procedures, by operating specialized equipment to support physician diagnosis while minimizing patient discomfort and radiation exposure. The role requires thorough understanding of interventional equipment and supplies, diagnostic radiographic principles, imaging processing, quality control, and radiation protection. The technologist performs specialized procedures using professional judgment, supports patient recovery and life support measures as necessary, and follows Sanford Health safety and infection-control policies. The position includes daytime varied shifts beginning approximately between 7:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m., as well as evening and weekend call. Weekend call rotates approximately every fourth weekend.

Requirements

Successful completion of formal radiologic technology training at an American Medical Association (AMA)-approved school.
Registration through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment, with required recertification.
Ability to work with patients across all age groups.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, medical terminology, operative terms, pharmacology, and procedure billing and coding.
Thorough understanding of interventional equipment and supplies, diagnostic radiographic principles, imaging processing, quality control, and radiation protection.
Ability to adapt to and facilitate change.
Ability to work a flexible schedule and take after-hours call when needed.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience as a staff radiologic technologist.
For employees working in South Dakota within interventional radiology, obtaining and maintaining Vascular Interventional Technology (VI) certification within 24 months of hire is encouraged.
For employees working in the Cardiac Cath Lab, obtaining and maintaining Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CI) certification within 24 months of hire is encouraged.

Responsibilities

Operate specialized equipment to produce high-quality images for physician diagnosis while minimizing patient discomfort and radiation exposure.
Work to minimize patient risk and recovery time, initiating life-support measures as necessary.
Follow Sanford Health safety and infection-control policies.
Understand patients’ physical and emotional status and maintain sensitivity and confidentiality.
Perform highly specialized procedures using professional judgment without requiring constant supervision.
Schedule and perform diagnostic and interventional procedures in designated units.
Provide knowledge and participate in educating Radiologic Technology students.
Take after-hours call and work a flexible schedule as needed.