Radiologic Technologist | PRN

Avera McKennan; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to operate radiographic and CT equipment, producing clinically diagnostic images as directed by physicians. You will perform procedures accurately, adhering to established standards and ensuring patient safety.

Join a multidisciplinary team where you will review exam indications, document results, and collaborate with radiologists and staff.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology from an accredited program.
• ARRT Certification required within 60 days of hire.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary radiology team.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiology procedures accurately and efficiently per standards and protocols.
• Initiates appropriate intervention to radiologist when immediate attention is needed.
• Reviews indications for exams and reports inappropriate indications to supervisor.
• Provides complete exam data for interpretation by the reading radiologist.
• Utilizes PACS, RIS, HIS/EMR systems and performs general clerical duties.
• Archives image data for permanent storage and sends images to the radiologist group.
• Retrieves stored images from PACS or disc backups and creates CDs.
• Adheres to medical, legal, safety and infection-control requirements.
• Mentors staff/students during training, rotations and orientation.
• Supports records maintenance per department/Joint Commission/OSHA guidelines.

Skills

Radiology procedures

PACS

RIS

HIS/EMR

Education

Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology

ARRT Certification

Job description

Location: Avera McKennan Hospital Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: As Needed (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $26.75 - $40.00

Position Highlights 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 Accountable for the proficient operations of the radiographic and CT equipment to provide clinically diagnostic images as directed by physicians. What you will do Performs various radiology procedures accurately, efficiently and according to established standards and protocols. Initiates proper intervention to radiologist or referring practitioner when an exam indicates immediate attention. Reviews appropriate indications for exams ordered and reports inappropriate indications to supervisor. Provides exam data in a complete and accurate format for presentation to reading radiologist for interpretation. Utilizes computer systems such as PACS, RIS, HIS EMR systems and performs general clerical duties. Archives image data for permanent storage and appropriately sends images to radiologist group. Retrieves stored images form PACS or disc back-up and make CDs successfully. Demonstrates an understanding of medical and legal implications and responsibilities related to the imagine reports and images to protect the patient and the organization. Maintains established department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, and environment and infection control. Assists/mentors staff/student with on the job training, clinical rotations and orientation. Assists with analysis, collection and maintenance of records as required by department manager, Quality Improvement, Joint Commission, MDH, ACR standards, OSHA guidelines or as may be required by the facility or law.

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 effectively 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, License/Certification, or Work Experience: Associate's or a certificate of completion from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology ARRT Certification - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) 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.

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 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].

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.