Medical Imaging Technologist

Monument Health Rapid City Hospital•Deadwood, SD

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs imaging examinations in ambulatory and acute care settings. Performs procedures across modalities consistent with ARRT certification, applying technical judgment and initiative to obtain diagnostic images using ionizing radiation. Promotes a cooperative, professional atmosphere focused on patient care and provides age-specific care for pediatric, geriatric, febrile, and acute-care patients, adjusting techniques and positioning as needed. Responsibilities also include preparing exam rooms; transporting patients; entering and scheduling exams in radiology systems; providing exam-preparation instructions; obtaining orders and paperwork; supporting records and billing; and communicating with medical staff. The technologist maintains knowledge of PACS and may share on-call duties. Depending on department needs, the role may involve evenings, weekends, and holidays. Equipment problems are reported to a supervisor, maintenance, or biomedical services, and the technologist follows departmental, facility, and organizational policies and procedures. The technologist documents patient care, ensures correct billing, produces high-quality images for radiologists, and uses required computer systems and downtime processes. The role includes preparing and administering contrast with aseptic technique, starting and maintaining IV lines, operating radiological equipment, positioning patients, applying radiation-safety practices, and following quality-control and specialized protocols. The technologist coordinates patient care with other imaging departments, supports clinical students and the continuing education of imaging staff, physicians, and students, and contributes to patient satisfaction and department upkeep. The position requires safe patient handling and movement, including use of ceiling and other lifts, and completion of injector training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Graduate of an accredited radiography technologist program.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certificate.
American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 60 days of hire or transfer.
Ability to perform imaging procedures in accordance with ARRT certification level.
Ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.
Completed injector training.
Ability to safely handle and move patients using ceiling and other lifts.

Nice To Haves

ARRT Advanced CT Registry.
ARRT Advanced Mammography Certification.

Responsibilities

Document appropriate information in patient charts.
Ensure procedures and related supplies are billed correctly.
Present high-quality images to radiologists.
Competently use PACS, RIS, Vrad, and manual downtime processes.
Prepare and administer the correct amount of contrast using aseptic techniques; start and maintain IV lines.
Operate radiological equipment and apply appropriate patient positioning, radiation exposure and safety principles, quality control, image processing, and specialized protocols.
Coordinate patient care and flow with other imaging departments.
Provide a learning environment for students completing clinical rotations and assist with technical education of imaging staff, physicians, and radiography students.
Follow infection-control policies and use radiation-protection techniques to minimize exposure to patients and staff.
Schedule appointments promptly and courteously, obtain accurate information, and document it in the scheduling system.
Handle and move patients safely using ceiling and other lifts.
Help maintain the department, including cleanliness, preventive maintenance, and supply stocking; report malfunctioning equipment.
Review patient condition and history and physician orders, consult a radiologist when needed, select the correct patient from the work list, and prepare the patient and equipment for procedures.
Educate patients and families about procedures and provide professional age-specific interaction.
Perform other duties as assigned.