Radiology Technologist (Straight Nights)

Sanford Health•Fargo, ND

About The Position

Sanford Health is hiring a full-time Radiology Technologist for a straight-night schedule at a Trauma I center. The role performs diagnostic imaging examinations and produces quality images for clinical purposes. Work may include the ER, Endoscopy, Operating Room, PICU/NICU, general fluoroscopy, and general X-ray. The position is scheduled for 80 hours per pay period on an 8-days-on, 6-days-off rotation, with an 8-day stretch consisting of two 8-hour shifts, four 10-hour shifts, and two 12-hour shifts. Limited call is included, and the role participates in the holiday rotation. The technologist positions patients, performs imaging according to provider requests and technical requirements, follows radiation safety practices, and provides patient care and education before, during, and after procedures. Depending on facility needs, duties may also include on-call rotation nights, weekends, and holidays; mobile imaging; EKGs; cardiac monitor placement; and DEXA procedures. Equipment and systems include Siemens fluoroscopy rooms, Mira portables, GE X-ray rooms and C-arms, Medtronic O-arms, Midmark Panorex, Epic One chart, and Sectra PACS.

Requirements

Completion of an educational program accepted by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Working knowledge of diagnostic radiographic principles, including positioning, image processing, quality control, and radiation protection.
Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
North Dakota workers performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures must hold licensure with 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.
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.
A CNA certification may be required within the first eight weeks of hire at some clinic locations.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic radiology procedures and produce quality diagnostic images for clinical use.
Position patients accurately and conduct imaging according to provider requests and relevant technical factors.
Apply radiation safety guidelines and appropriate radiation protection practices.
Provide patient care and education before, during, and after imaging procedures.
Navigate the electronic medical record 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.
Participate in limited call and the holiday rotation; facility needs may also require on-call coverage on nights, weekends, and holidays.
Perform additional duties as assigned.