Radiology Technologist

Sioux Center Health; Milbank (SD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Student loan repayment

Cross-training in MRI/Mammography/DEXA

Job summary

Avera Milbank Area Hospital is seeking a Radiology Technologist to perform radiographic and CT imaging with a focus on quality and patient safety. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver clinically diagnostic images as directed by physicians.

The role offers day shift hours with on-call rotation, opportunities to cross-train in MRI, Mammography, and DEXA, and access to student loan repayment programs. Join a mission-driven organization with a strong team culture.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or a certificate from an accredited radiologic technology program.
• ARRT Certification required within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiology procedures accurately, efficiently and per established standards.
• Initiates intervention to radiologist or referring practitioner when immediate attention is needed.
• Reviews indications for exams and reports inappropriate indications to supervisor.
• Provides exam data for interpretation by reading radiologist.
• Uses PACS, RIS, HIS EMR systems and performs general clerical duties.
• Archives image data and sends images to radiologist group; retrieves stored images as needed.
• Maintains department policies, safety, and infection control; supports training of staff/students.

Education

Associate's degree or a certificate of completion from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

ARRT Certification - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Tools

PACS

RIS

HIS EMR

Job description

Pay Range

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

Location:

Avera Milbank Area Hospital

Worker Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day Shift (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

Join Avera as a Radiology Technologist and join a mission driven organization with a great company culture, and team environment.

*Open to hiring an FTE of 48-80 hours per pay period*

• This position may be eligible for a $15,000 sign on bonus with a 3 year commitment.**
• Opportunity to cross- train including; MRI, Mammography, and DEXA.
• Be a part of a rewarding team while providing outstanding care to a variety of patients.
• Student Loan Repayment: This position may be eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.

Hours: Day shift with call one weeknight, every 4th wknd and occasional holidays

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].