Network Radiology Technologist - Full time

Sanford Health•Wheaton, MN

5d•$28 - $44

About The Position

Sanford Health is hiring a full-time Network Radiology Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging examinations and produce quality diagnostic images for clinical use. The technologist operates imaging equipment according to patient cases, provider requests, technical factors, and relevant guidelines. The role includes accurate patient positioning, following radiation-safety and protection practices, and providing patient care and education before, during, and after imaging procedures. The technologist must be able to navigate the electronic medical record system and may take on additional duties as assigned. At Sanford Rural Health Network facility sites, responsibilities may expand to meet facility needs and may include on-call rotation at night, on weekends, and on holidays. The technologist performs diagnostic radiology procedures and basic diagnostic radiology tasks while following general radiology protocols. Duties may also include mobile imaging, electrocardiograms (EKGs), cardiac monitor placement, and dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) procedures.

Requirements

Complete an educational program accepted by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Have working knowledge of diagnostic radiographic principles, including radiographic positioning, film/image processing, quality control, and radiation protection.
Be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
For work in North Dakota involving medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, obtain licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT).
For work in South Dakota, obtain ARRT certification within 60 days of hire.
For work in Iowa, hold a permit to practice through the Iowa Department of Public Health.
Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and recertify as necessary.

Nice To Haves

At some clinic locations, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification may be required within the first eight weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic imaging examinations and diagnostic radiology procedures.
Operate imaging equipment according to patient cases, provider requests, technical factors, and relevant guidelines.
Position patients accurately for radiographic procedures.
Ensure diagnostic images are of satisfactory quality for clinical purposes.
Follow radiation-safety guidelines and use proper radiation-protection practices.
Provide patient care and education before, during, and after imaging procedures.
Navigate the electronic medical record system.
Perform basic diagnostic radiology tasks and follow general radiology protocols.
As facility needs require, participate in on-call rotations that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
May perform mobile imaging, electrocardiograms (EKGs), cardiac monitor placement, and DEXA procedures.
Perform additional duties as assigned.