Radiology Technologist

Sioux Center Health; Estherville (IA); On-site; USD 76,650,000 - 146,852,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

PTO from day 1

Retirement match

Mentorship program

Job summary

Avera Holy Family Hospital in Iowa is seeking a radiologic technologist to proficiently operate radiographic and CT equipment and provide clinically diagnostic images as directed by physicians.

MRI experience is required, along with ARRT certification and Iowa licensure upon hire. The role offers a sign-on bonus up to $10,000, competitive benefits, and opportunities for mentoring and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Associate's or a certificate from an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT Certification within 60 days of hire.
• Ability to operate PACS/RIS/HIS EMR systems.
• State licensure to practice in Iowa required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiology procedures accurately and safely according to established standards.
• Initiates intervention to radiologist when an exam indicates immediate attention.
• Reviews exam indications and reports inappropriate indications to supervisor.
• Provides exam data in a complete and accurate format for interpretation.
• Utilizes PACS, RIS, HIS EMR systems and performs general clerical duties.
• Mentors staff and supports training and orientation activities.

Skills

MRI experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's or certificate in Radiologic Technology

ARRT Certification within 60 days

Tools

PACS

RIS

HIS/EMR

Job description

Work Shift

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

Location

Avera Holy Family Hospital

Worker Type

Regular

Work Shift

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

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.

$26.75 - $51.25

Position Highlights

• May be eligible for a $10,000 Sign-on Bonus!

State Of Iowa Required Licenses And Certifications

• State of Iowa Permit to Practice required upon hire.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification required upon hire to obtain and maintain a State of Iowa Permit to Practice.

Additional Job Requirements

• MRI experience is required, including a strong understanding of MRI operations, safety standards, workflow management, and quality assurance practices.

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.

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

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].