Radiology Technologist

Huron Regional Medical Center; Huron (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Huron Regional Medical Center in Huron, SD, seeks a Radiologic Technologist with experience or interest in mammography, ultrasound, or CT to join our Diagnostic Services team. The role involves performing imaging procedures, preparing exams, and ensuring patient comfort while maintaining safety standards.

The ideal candidate will be ARRT registered, capable of patient education, and able to work days with rotating call.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology and additional training in Ultrasound, Mammography or CT preferred.
• Additional training or qualifying experience in multiple modalities is desired and/or willingness to cross-train.
• Must be ARRT registered.

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures to patients; address concerns about procedures and equipment.
• Inject contrast media or assist with injections under supervision.
• Produce diagnostic-quality images and evaluate them for quality.
• Position patients and operate imaging equipment with proper technique and safety practices.
• Follow hospital core values and maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Radiologic imaging

Ultrasound

Mammography

CT

Education

ARRT certification

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Mammography equipment

CT scanners

Job description

Radiologic Technologist - Mammo, Ultrasound or CT preferred

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Spanish and Karen bilingual applicants encouraged to apply for any open positions in which you are qualified.

Reports To: Director of Diagnostic Services

Status: 80 hours a pay period

Shift: Days with rotating call

Job Schedule: Varies

Weekly Hours: 40 hours

Pay: HRMC offers a competitive salary.

*New Graduates welcome to apply!

Position Purpose:

Provides patient services using imaging modalities including radiography and other modalities such as ultrasound, mammography, or CT as needed. Administers roentgen rays and radioactive substances to patients; operates X ray equipment; processes images; prepares examination room, equipment, supplies, and medications.

Essential Job Functions:

• Thoroughly explains procedure to patient; addresses and responds to any patient concerns about the procedure and equipment.
• Injects contrast media or assists with injections under the direction/supervision of the Radiologist or other physician.
• Produces images of diagnostic quality consistently. Evaluates images for diagnostic quality before referring to radiologist.
• Competent in collimation, patient and equipment positioning, cone adjustment, exposure factors; proper voltage.
• Complete all consent forms for interventional exams, pregnancy forms, time outs for interventional exams, time in and time outs for observation patients and discharge instructions.
• Carefully assesses the age-related variances for x-ray patients in techniques, amount of radiation, positioning, etc., for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrates the mission of the hospital is met by demonstrating the Core Values:
• Respectful-We value the unique talents, ideas, contributions, and circumstances of each individual.
• Engaged-We value being active, positive participants at work and in our communities.
• Available-We value providing local access to care for our communities while being present for each other.
• Competent-We value knowledge, people-centered, innovative, and technology driven teams.
• Helpful-We value always helping others with kindness and compassion.

Other Job Duties:

• Demonstrates the mission of the hospital is met by demonstrating the Core Values.
• Promotes and maintains confidentiality of information regarding patients, families, health care personnel and the facility.
• Assists in the orientation and development of personnel and students according to department needs and as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Knowledgeable of radiation safety for self and others; wears protective clothing and uses enclosures; minimizes radiation to patient with shielding devices; uses proper care in fluoroscopic procedures.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology and additional training in Ultrasound, Mammography or CT preferred. Additional training or qualifying experience in multiple modalities is desired and/or willingness to cross-train. Must be ARRT registered.
• Physical stamina requisite to move and manipulate the equipment used in the several modalities.
• Must pass background check and any other relevant onboarding.
• Ability to adhere to HIPAA and other related guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Assumes personal responsibility to complete all required competencies, certifications, annual HealthStream education and SQSS tasks within the assigned timeframes.
• Assumes responsibility for professional self-development. Participates in in-services, educational programs, department meetings (attend a minimum of 80% of department meetings per year), and mandatory meetings.
• Reviews and complies with general hospital and departmental policies and applicable laws and regulations including CMS/OIG and other compliance and industry standards.