Network Radiology Technologist - Full time

Sanford Health•Wheaton, MN

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, and relevant technical guidelines. The role includes accurate patient positioning, image quality review, and adherence to radiation safety and protection practices. The technologist provides patient care and education before, during, and after imaging procedures and must be able to use the electronic medical record system. At Sanford Rural Health Network facility sites, responsibilities may expand according to facility needs and may include an on-call rotation at night, on weekends, and on holidays. The position may also involve mobile imaging, electrocardiograms (EKGs), cardiac monitor placement, and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) procedures.

Requirements

Completion of an educational program accepted by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Working knowledge of diagnostic radiographic principles, including radiographic positioning, film/image processing, quality control, and radiation protection.
For work in North Dakota involving medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure with the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT) is required.
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.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment, with recertification as necessary.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic radiology procedures and basic diagnostic radiology tasks in accordance with general radiology protocols.
Operate imaging equipment and conduct image operations based on provider requests, patient cases, and technical factors.
Position patients accurately during radiographic procedures.
Ensure diagnostic images are satisfactory for clinical purposes.
Follow radiation safety guidelines and use appropriate radiation protection practices.
Provide patient care and education before, during, and after diagnostic imaging procedures.
Navigate the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
At applicable rural network facilities, participate in on-call rotations that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
Depending on facility needs, perform mobile imaging, EKGs, cardiac monitor placement, and DEXA procedures.