Radiology Technologist

10000 Sanford; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in the United States is hiring a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging, ensure image quality, and follow radiologic safety standards. You will position patients, operate imaging equipment, and work within EMR systems as part of a busy outpatient and rural health network.

The role includes potential on-call rotations and site expansion per facility needs, with responsibilities spanning DEXA, EKG, and basic radiology tasks.

Qualifications

• Completion of an ARRT-accepted educational program.
• Working knowledge of diagnostic radiographic principles including positioning and radiation protection.
• ARRT registration is required.
• State licensure requirements may apply (e.g., ND, SD, IA) depending on facility location.
• BLS certification within six weeks of employment; CNA may be required at some clinics.
• Driver's license may be required depending on department.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate patient positioning and image quality according to provider requests.
• Adhere to radiation safety guidelines and protect patients during imaging.
• Deliver patient care and education before, during, and after procedures.
• Navigate the EMR system for orders, results, and documentation.
• Perform various radiology procedures including DEXA, EKG, and mobile imaging as needed.
• Support Occupational Medicine and other services per site needs.

Skills

ARRT certification

Radiography

BLS certification

EMR navigation

Education

ARRT-accepted educational program

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: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation: Salary Range: $26.00 - $41.50 $25,000 sign-on bonus with a 3-year work commitment Union Position: No Department Details

Come and join a growing family practice and outreach clinic.

Summary

Performs diagnostic imaging examinations on patients, ensuring the production of quality diagnostic images. Operates equipment to produce diagnostic images according to patient cases and relevant guidelines; ensures the quality of images is satisfactory for clinical purposes.

Job Description

• Ensures accurate patient positioning during radiographic procedures; conducts image operations according to provider requests and other technical factors.
• Implements radiation safety guidelines and conducts proper radiation protection practices during the imaging process.
• Delivers excellent patient care and education before, during, and after diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Able to understand and navigate the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Willingness to perform additional duties as assigned.
• Sanford Rural Health Network Facility sites may expand job responsibilities based on the needs of the facility, to include on-call rotation nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform diagnostic radiology procedures.
• Perform basic diagnostic radiology tasks and aware of general radiology protocols.
• May perform mobile imaging, electrocardiogram (EKG), cardiac monitor placement, and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) procedures.
• Occupational Medicine clinics may have expanded job duties based on facility needs including preforming routing testing, and sampling and other technical services to support Occupational Medicine and Employee Health Services, including but not limited to, drug screens, breath alcohol testing and audiograms as well as administrative and/or clinical support.

Qualifications

• Completion of an educational program accepted by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.
• Working knowledge of diagnostic radiographic principles, including radiographic positioning, film/image processing, quality control, and radiation protection is required.
• Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.
• If working in North Dakota and performing medical imaging or radiation therapy procedures, licensure with the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT) is required.
• If working in South Dakota, candidates must obtain their ARRT certification within 60 days of hire.
• In the state of Iowa, all technologists must have a permit to practice through the Iowa Department of Public Health in order to practice in the state of Iowa.
• If working at some clinic locations, a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification may be required within the first eight weeks of hire into the position.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of employment and re-certification as necessary is required.
• Driver's license may be required, dependent upon department.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. 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. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization's transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health's commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan's mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.