Radiology Technologist (Straight Nights)

Sanford Health•Marshfield, WI

About The Position

Sanford Health is seeking a 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, and applicable technical guidelines; positions patients accurately; and follows radiation safety and protection practices. The role also includes providing patient care and education before, during, and after imaging procedures and navigating the electronic medical record system. The schedule is 7 days on and 7 days off, Wednesday through Tuesday, from 8:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. The position is scheduled for 35 hours per week and may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000. Depending on facility needs, responsibilities may include on-call rotation at night, on weekends, and on holidays. Additional duties may include mobile imaging, electrocardiograms (EKGs), cardiac monitor placement, and DEXA procedures.

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).
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, candidates must obtain ARRT certification within 60 days of hire.
For work in Iowa, technologists must have a permit to practice through the Iowa Department of Public Health.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and recertification as necessary.
A driver's license may be required depending on the department.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic radiology procedures and examinations.
Operate imaging equipment and conduct imaging according to patient cases, provider requests, and relevant technical factors.
Position patients accurately during radiographic procedures.
Ensure diagnostic images are of satisfactory quality for clinical purposes.
Apply radiation safety guidelines and proper radiation protection practices.
Provide patient care and education before, during, and after diagnostic imaging procedures.
Navigate the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
Perform basic diagnostic radiology tasks and follow general radiology protocols.
Depending on facility needs, perform mobile imaging, EKGs, cardiac monitor placement, and DEXA procedures.
Perform additional duties as assigned.