Network Radiology Technologist - Worthington, MN - FT

Sanford Health•Worthington, MN

18h•$28 - $42

About The Position

Sanford Health is hiring a Network Radiology Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging examinations and produce quality images for clinical use. The technologist operates imaging equipment according to patient cases, provider requests, relevant guidelines, and technical factors. The role includes radiographic procedures, basic diagnostic radiology tasks, and general radiology protocols. Depending on facility needs, duties may also include mobile imaging, electrocardiograms (EKGs), cardiac monitor placement, and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) procedures. Sanford Rural Health Network sites may expand responsibilities to include on-call rotations at night, on weekends, and on holidays. The technologist provides patient care and education before, during, and after imaging procedures, uses the electronic medical record (EMR), and follows radiation safety and protection practices. Additional duties may be assigned. This is a full-time position in Worthington, Minnesota, with a varying work shift and 30 scheduled hours per week. The listed salary range is $27.50–$41.50, with a $15,000 sign-on bonus. The position is not unionized.

Requirements

Completion of an educational program accepted by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Working knowledge of diagnostic radiographic principles, including radiographic positioning, film/image processing, quality control, and radiation protection.
Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and recertification as necessary.
If working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure with the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT) is required.
If working in South Dakota, ARRT certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
In Iowa, technologists must have a permit to practice through the Iowa Department of Public Health.
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.
Operate imaging equipment and conduct image operations according to provider requests, patient cases, technical factors, and applicable guidelines.
Position patients accurately for radiographic procedures.
Ensure diagnostic images meet quality standards for clinical purposes.
Apply radiation safety guidelines and proper radiation protection practices.
Provide patient care and education before, during, and after imaging procedures.
Navigate the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
Perform mobile imaging, EKGs, cardiac monitor placement, and DEXA procedures as applicable to facility needs.
Participate in on-call rotations at night, on weekends, and on holidays when required by facility needs.
Perform additional duties as assigned.