Radiological Technologist | 10th Street Clinic

Monument Health•Spearfish, SD

4d•$29 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiological Technologist performs radiology examinations in a Level II trauma hospital under the direction of a Radiologist and independently acquires appropriate images for interpretation. The role operates radiological equipment and adjusts examination techniques and positioning for patients of different ages and conditions, including pediatric, geriatric, febrile, and critically ill patients. Duties include fluoroscopy examinations, C-arm use in the operating room, portable examinations throughout the hospital, and imaging for outpatient, inpatient, and emergency department patients. The technologist may work with ambulatory and non-ambulatory patients, including those who are acutely or chronically ill, and must cover imaging areas as assigned. The position also supports exam-room readiness, patient transportation, radiology information system entry, exam scheduling, patient education, order and paperwork collection, recordkeeping, billing, and communication with Medical Staff. The technologist maintains knowledge of PACS, may share on-call duties, and may be assigned evenings, weekends, and holidays. Equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate supervisor or service staff, and work follows department, facility, and organizational policies. The technologist prepares patients and equipment, reviews patient conditions, histories, and physician orders, selects the correct patient from the work list, and consults the Radiologist when needed. As appropriate, the technologist prepares and administers contrast using aseptic techniques, documents care, and applies radiologic and infection-control safety practices. The role includes supporting patient flow and teamwork across imaging departments, providing a learning environment for students, and assisting with continuing technical education. The position also involves maintaining department cleanliness and supplies, preventive maintenance, and reporting malfunctioning equipment. This role requires heavy physical work and may involve exposure to radiation, contaminated needles, infectious body substances, and other hazards common to a Level II hospital environment. The position is based at the 10th Street Clinic in Spearfish, South Dakota, and is scheduled for 16 hours per week.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Graduate of a Radiology Program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Certification from the American Heart Association, required within 60 days of hire or transfer; the policy also states caregivers must be BLS certified upon employment or within the 90-day probation period.
Radiologic Technologist (RT) certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.
Ability to perform heavy work, including exerting up to 25 pounds constantly, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally or seldomly to move objects.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of Radiographer experience.
Radiologic Technologist (RT) certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), listed as preferred as well as required.

Responsibilities

Perform radiology examinations and independently acquire appropriate images for Radiologist interpretation.
Operate radiological equipment and adjust techniques and positioning for patients of different ages and conditions.
Perform fluoroscopy examinations, C-arm procedures in the operating room, and portable exams throughout the hospital.
Provide imaging services to outpatient, inpatient, and emergency department patients, including ambulatory, non-ambulatory, acute, and chronically ill patients.
Review patient condition, history, and physician orders; select the correct patient from the work list and consult the Radiologist when needed.
Prepare patients and equipment, educate patients and families about procedures, and provide professional age-specific interactions.
Prepare and administer contrast as appropriate using aseptic techniques, complete injector training, and document appropriately in patient charts.
Support patient care and flow by working with other imaging departments.
Provide a learning environment for students on clinical rotations and assist with technical education for imaging staff, physicians, and radiography students.
Apply infection-control and radiation-protection practices, including use of beam-restrictive devices, patient shielding, exposure-factor knowledge, and radiation badges.
Safely handle and move patients using ceiling and other lifts.
Schedule appointments promptly and courteously, obtain accurate information, and document it in the patient scheduling system.
Maintain the department, including cleanliness, preventive maintenance, and stocking supplies; report equipment malfunctions.
Enter exams into the Radiology Information System, schedule exams, provide exam preparation instructions, obtain orders and paperwork, support records and billing, and communicate with Medical Staff as requested.
Maintain knowledge needed for PACS and report equipment malfunctions or failures to the appropriate supervisor or service staff.
Work assigned schedules and hours, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and shared on-call duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.