IR Technologist

Sanford; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 44,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $20,000

Day shift

40-hour work week

Job summary

Sanford Health in North Dakota is seeking an IR Technologist to join a skilled team. The role focuses on interventional imaging, handling advanced equipment with attention to patient safety and radiation protection.

The position requires interventional radiology experience, ARRT registration, and AMA-approved radiologic tech education. A $20,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment is offered, with day shift hours and a 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of AMA approved radiologic technology training.
• Minimum of one year experience as a staff radiologic technologist preferred.
• Registration through the ARRT is required.
• ND licensure via the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board is required when working in ND with imaging procedures.
• VI certification encouraged within 24 months of hire in SD if interventional radiology responsibilities apply.
• CI certification encouraged within 24 months of hire in Cardiac Cath Lab.
• BLS certification required within six weeks of employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate interventional imaging equipment to produce high-quality images and ensure physician diagnosis with minimal patient discomfort and radiation exposure.
• Adhere to Sanford Health safety and infection control policies.
• Develop understanding of patient status and maintain confidentiality while working with diverse age groups.
• Provide knowledge and support scheduling and performing diagnostic and interventional procedures in designated units.

Skills

Interventional radiology experience

Patient care

Radiology safety awareness

Education

AMA approved radiologic technology program

ARRT registration

BLS certification

Job description

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.

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Compensation: Salary Range: $32.00 - $49.50

$20,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year work commitment

Union Position: No

Department Details

IR Technologist position - come join a great team!

Interventional and neuro experience preferred, but required.

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.

Job Description

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.

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