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 diagnostic images. The technologist operates imaging equipment according to patient cases, provider requests, and relevant technical guidelines, while ensuring images are suitable for clinical purposes. This role follows a 7-days-on, 7-days-off Wednesday-through-Tuesday schedule, from 9:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. It is a 10-hour night shift with 35 scheduled weekly hours. The position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000, and offers shift differentials. The technologist provides patient care and education before, during, and after imaging procedures, follows radiation safety and protection practices, and uses the electronic medical record system. At Sanford Rural Health Network facilities, responsibilities may expand based on facility needs and may include on-call rotations at night, on weekends, and on holidays. Duties may also include mobile imaging, EKGs, cardiac monitor placement, and 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.
North Dakota practitioners performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures must be licensed by the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT).
South Dakota candidates must obtain ARRT certification within 60 days of hire.
Iowa technologists must have a permit to practice through the Iowa Department of Public Health.
At some clinic locations, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification may be required within the first eight weeks of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within six weeks of employment and must be recertified as necessary.
A driver's license may be required, depending on the department.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic radiology procedures and other basic diagnostic radiology tasks.
Operate imaging equipment and conduct imaging procedures according to provider requests, patient cases, and applicable technical factors.
Position patients accurately during radiographic procedures.
Ensure diagnostic images are of satisfactory quality for clinical purposes.
Follow radiation safety guidelines and proper radiation protection practices.
Provide patient care and education before, during, and after imaging procedures.
Navigate and use the electronic medical record system.
Perform mobile imaging, EKGs, cardiac monitor placement, and DEXA procedures when applicable.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Participate in on-call rotations at night, on weekends, and on holidays when required by facility needs.