IR Technologist

Good Samaritan Society; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 44,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Sanford Health Broadway Med Ctr in Fargo, ND seeks an IR Technologist to provide high quality interventional radiology imaging with specialized equipment. You will follow safety and infection control policies while supporting student education and maintaining patient confidentiality.

The role requires AMA-approved radiologic tech training, ARRT registration, and may involve after-hours calls. A flexible schedule is expected in a busy clinical unit with broad patient age range.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of AMA approved radiologic technology training is required.
• Minimum of one year experience as a staff radiologic technologist preferred.
• ARRT registration is required.
• ND licensure if ND practice area; VI/CI certifications encouraged in SD and CI in Cardiac Cath Lab.
• BLS certification within six weeks of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality images using interventional equipment for physician diagnosis.
• Adhere to safety, infection control, and radiation protection policies.
• Support education of Radiologic Technology students and supervise as needed.
• Maintain flexible schedule and be available for after-hour call when required.

Skills

Interventional radiology experience

Radiologic technology

Patient safety

Education

AMA approved radiologic technology program

Tools

ARRT certification

ND licensure compliance

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: Sanford Broadway Med Ctr
Location: Fargo, ND
Address: 801 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102, USA
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $32.00 - $49.50
Pay Info: $20,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year work commitment

Department Details

IR Technologist position - come join a great team!

Interventional and neuro experience preferred, but required.

Job Summary

Provides high quality images, to include sophisticate special procedures, through the operation of specialized equipment which ensures optimum clarity for physician diagnosis and minimum discomfort and radiation exposure to patients. Thoroughly understands the operation of the interventional equipment and supplies, diagnostic radiographic principles, including film/imaging processing, quality control, and radiation protection. Works to minimize the risk and duration of recovery to patients, imitating life support measures as necessary. Adheres to the Safety and Infection Control Policies established by Sanford Health. Works to develop an understanding of the patient's physical and emotional status, while practicing sensitivity and patient confidentiality at all times. Works well with all age groups.

Possesses an extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, and medical terminology. Familiar with operative terms and pharmacology. Knowledge of billing and coding of procedures. Ability to adapt and facilitate change. Performs on a level not requiring constant supervision and must exercise professional judgment in the performance of highly specialized procedures.

Ability to work a flexible schedule and take after hour call when needed. Ability to provide knowledge and be responsible for scheduling and performing diagnostic and interventional procedures in designated units. Observes, evaluates, and participates in the educational processes of the Radiologic Technology student.

Qualifications

Satisfactory completion of formal radiologic technology training in an American Medical Association (AMA) approved school is required.

Minimum of one year experience as a staff radiologic technologist preferred.

Registration through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.

Due to Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence (DICO) Accreditation, if working in North Dakota (ND) and performing medical imaging, interventional radiology, or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) Board is required.

If working in South Dakota (SD) and responsibilities performed within interventional radiology, employees are encouraged to obtain and maintain a Vascular Interventional Technology (VI) certification within 24 months of hire into position.

Additionally, if responsibilities performed within the Cardiac Cath Lab, employees are encouraged to obtain and maintain a Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CI) certification within 24 months of hire into position.

Basic Life Support (BLS) required within six weeks of employment and re-certification as necessary required.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0269962
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No