Senior OR Radiologic Technologist - PRN

Sanford Health•Sioux Falls, SD

About The Position

Sanford Health is seeking a Senior OR Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging examinations and produce quality diagnostic images. The role operates radiographic equipment according to patient needs and relevant guidelines, positions patients accurately, and performs imaging in the operating room according to surgeon requests. It includes intraoperative imaging with a C-arm, portable X-ray, and other surgery-specific equipment, as well as specialty diagnostic imaging such as fluoroscopy when applicable to the region. The technologist works independently and must perform effectively under stressful conditions while maintaining professionalism. The role collaborates with multiple hospital disciplines, learns procedure protocols and routines, processes detailed information accurately, identifies and documents problems and possible resolutions, and communicates with leadership about daily work. The technologist follows radiation safety practices, demonstrates competency on required radiology technologist checklists, and performs additional duties as assigned. This is a PRN position with variable shifts and zero scheduled weekly hours. The listed salary range is $29.00–$46.50.

Requirements

Completion of an educational program accepted by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Six months of operating room or surgery training.
Working knowledge of diagnostic radiographic principles, including positioning, image processing, quality control, and radiation protection.
Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.
If working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure with the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT) is required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and recertification as necessary.
If working at some clinic locations, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification may be required within the first eight weeks of hire.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience in a radiology technologist position is preferred.
For work in South Dakota, registry-eligible candidates may be considered if they obtain ARRT within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic imaging examinations and produce quality diagnostic images.
Operate imaging equipment according to patient cases and applicable guidelines, ensuring image quality.
Position patients accurately for radiographic exams and perform operating-room imaging according to surgeon requests.
Perform intraoperative imaging using a C-arm, portable X-ray, and other surgery-specific equipment.
Perform specialty diagnostic imaging, including fluoroscopy, as applicable to the region.
Obtain appropriate imaging in trauma situations.
Implement radiation safety guidelines and proper radiation protection practices.
Work independently and maintain a high level of performance and professionalism under stressful conditions.
Collaborate with multiple hospital disciplines and learn procedure protocols and routines.
Process detailed information accurately; identify and document problems and possible resolution alternatives.
Communicate effectively with leadership regarding daily work.
Demonstrate competency on required radiology technologist checklists.
Perform additional duties as assigned.