OR Vascular Interventional Radiographer Technologist - Sioux Falls ,SD - FT

Sanford Health • Sioux Falls, SD

129d • $32 - $49

About The Position

Provides high quality images, to include sophisticate special procedures, through the operation of specialized equipment which ensures optimum clarity for physician diagnosis and minimum discomfort and radiation exposure to patients. Thoroughly understands the operation of the interventional equipment and supplies, diagnostic radiographic principles, including film/imaging processing, quality control, and radiation protection. Works to minimize the risk and duration of recovery to patients, imitating life support measures as necessary. Adheres to the Safety and Infection Control Policies established by Sanford Health. Works to develop an understanding of the patient's physical and emotional status, while practicing sensitivity and patient confidentiality at all times. Works well with all age groups. Possesses an extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, and medical terminology. Familiar with operative terms and pharmacology. Knowledge of billing and coding of procedures. Ability to adapt and facilitate change. Performs on a level not requiring constant supervision and must exercise professional judgment in the performance of highly specialized procedures. Ability to work a flexible schedule and take after hour call when needed. Ability to provide knowledge and be responsible for scheduling and performing diagnostic and interventional procedures in designated units. Observes, evaluates, and participates in the educational processes of the Radiologic Technology student.

Requirements

• Satisfactory completion of formal radiologic technology training in an AMA approved school.
• Minimum of one year experience as a staff radiologic technologist preferred.
• Registration through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.
• Licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) Board is required if working in North Dakota.
• Encouraged to obtain and maintain a Vascular Interventional Technology (VI) certification within 24 months of hire if working in South Dakota.
• Encouraged to obtain and maintain a Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CI) certification within 24 months of hire if working in the Cardiac Cath Lab.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within six weeks of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides high quality images through the operation of specialized equipment.
• Ensures optimum clarity for physician diagnosis and minimum discomfort and radiation exposure to patients.
• Understands the operation of interventional equipment and supplies.
• Applies diagnostic radiographic principles, including film/imaging processing, quality control, and radiation protection.
• Works to minimize the risk and duration of recovery to patients.
• Imitates life support measures as necessary.
• Adheres to Safety and Infection Control Policies.
• Develops an understanding of the patient's physical and emotional status.
• Practices sensitivity and patient confidentiality.
• Possesses knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, and medical terminology.
• Familiar with operative terms and pharmacology.
• Knowledge of billing and coding of procedures.
• Adapts and facilitates change.
• Performs procedures without constant supervision.
• Exercises professional judgment in specialized procedures.
• Works a flexible schedule and takes after hour call when needed.
• Schedules and performs diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Observes, evaluates, and participates in the educational processes of Radiologic Technology students.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Work/life balance benefits
• Generous time off package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees