Radiology Technologist (Straight Nights)

Sanford Health•Marshfield, WI

1d•$27 - $42

About The Position

Sanford Health is hiring a Radiology Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging examinations and produce quality diagnostic images for clinical use. The role operates imaging equipment according to patient cases, provider requests, applicable guidelines, and technical factors. It includes patient positioning, radiation safety and protection, and patient care and education before, during, and after imaging procedures. The technologist must be able to navigate the electronic medical record system and may perform additional duties as assigned. At Sanford Rural Health Network facilities, duties may expand according to facility needs and may include on-call rotations at night, on weekends, and on holidays. Other procedures may include mobile imaging, electrocardiograms (EKGs), cardiac monitor placement, and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA). The scheduled shift is 7 days on and 7 days off, Wednesday through Tuesday, from 8:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.; the posting also lists 10-hour night shifts and 35 scheduled weekly hours.

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.
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, with recertification as necessary.
A driver's license may be required depending on the department.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic radiology procedures and basic diagnostic radiology tasks in accordance with general radiology protocols.
Operate imaging equipment and conduct image operations according to provider requests and relevant technical factors.
Position patients accurately for radiographic procedures.
Apply radiation safety guidelines and proper radiation protection practices during imaging.
Provide patient care and education before, during, and after diagnostic imaging procedures.
Navigate the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
At Sanford Rural Health Network facilities, duties may expand based on facility needs and may include on-call rotations at night, weekends, and holidays.
May perform mobile imaging, electrocardiograms (EKGs), cardiac monitor placement, and DEXA procedures.