Interventional Radiology Technologist

Avera McKennan; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 49,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Student loan repayment

Extra monthly loan payment

Job summary

Avera McKennan Hospital is seeking an Interventional Radiology Technologist to perform specialized procedures with sterile techniques and imaging equipment. You will schedule procedures, prepare and position patients, and coordinate with nursing staff and radiologists to ensure high-quality images.

The role emphasizes patient care, equipment readiness, and maintaining accurate records in a fast-paced clinical environment. A sign-on bonus and loan repayment options may apply.

Qualifications

• The candidate must complete ARRT registrations within required 60 days.
• Associate degree or equivalent in Radiology Technology is required.
• Relevant radiology certifications must be current or obtained within the stated window.

Responsibilities

• Schedule procedures and prepare patients for interventions.
• Operate and monitor imaging equipment during procedures.
• Assist with patient care and coordinate with staff and radiologists.
• Maintain records and ensure sterile technique throughout exams.

Skills

Procedures scheduling

Patient care

Team coordination

Sterile technique

Radiology imaging

Education

Associate's in Radiology Technology

RI ARRT within 60 days

Radiography ARRT within 60 days

RCIS RCIS within 60 days

Tools

Radiology equipment

Digital imaging

Job description

Location

Location: Avera McKennan Hospital

Worker Type

Worker Type: Regular

Work Shift

Work Shift: Primarily days with night, weekend and holiday on-call involvement (United States of America)

Pay Range

Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $35.50 - $53.75

Position Highlights

• May be eligible for a $10,000 Sign on Bonus!
• Student Loan Repayment: This position may be eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money.
• Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

A Brief Overview

The Interventional Radiology Technologist is responsible for performing specialized procedures using sterile techniques and specialized equipment.

What you will do

• Schedules procedures and appropriate patient preparations, prepares, positions and instructs patients and adjusts equipment for procedures.
• Familiar with a wide variety of diagnostic and intervention procedures and oversees/coordinates with nursing staff, scrub techs and other techs or students throughout exam.
• Produces satisfactory images via digital imaging or hard film and presents them satisfactorily for radiologist interpretation.
• Maintains, orders, and evaluates products used for procedures.
• Demonstrates high level of patient care skills to assist nursing staff with caring for critically ill patients.
• Assists with the collection and maintenance of records as needed by the Radiology Department, Quality Department, Joint Commission accreditation, OSHA guidelines and others as required.
• Able to monitor all Hemodynamics during procedures.
• Understands human vasculature including cerebral circulation and anticipates the needs of the Physician supplies, equipment and medications as needed while maintaining a sterile environment.
• Possesses the ability to comprehend and interpret complex clinical subject matter related to the specialty.
• Demonstrates the ability to analyze data and formulate an appropriate plan of action and demonstrates critical thinking skills.

Essential Qualifications

• The individual must be able to work the hours specified.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effective with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.
• These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education

• Associate's Transcript showing Radiology Technology from two- college or technical school, or hospital based Radiologic Technology program
• Cardiac Interventional Radiography (RI) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 60 Days
• Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 60 Days
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within 60 Days

Expectations and Standards

Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community. Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship. Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity. Maintain confidentiality. Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment. Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits

Benefits You Need & Then Some

Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
• Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4448 or send an email to [e-mail].

Final Note

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.