Radiology Technologist

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

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

5% employer matching retirement plan

Career development and mentorship

Job summary

Avera Sacred Heart Hospital is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to proficiently operate radiographic and CT equipment, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images under physician direction. You will participate in a multidisciplinary team and support timely patient care.

Responsibilities include performing radiology procedures, escalating to radiologists when immediate attention is required, and maintaining accurate exam data and image archiving.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or certificate in Radiologic Technology from an accredited program.
• ARRT certification within 60 days of hire.
• Ability to operate radiographic and CT equipment safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiology procedures accurately, efficiently and per standards.
• Initiates escalation to radiologist for immediate attention when needed.
• Reviews exam indications and reports inappropriate indications to supervisor.
• Provides complete exam data for interpretation by radiologist.
• Uses PACS/RIS/HIS EMR systems and handles general clerical duties.
• Archives image data and sends to radiologist group; retrieves stored images as needed.
• Maintains patient safety, confidentiality, and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Radiology procedures

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

Associate’s degree or certificate in Radiologic Technology

ARRT certification within 60 days

Tools

PACS

RIS

HIS EMR

Job description

Work Shift

Primarily nights with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)

Location

Avera Sacred Heart Hospital

Worker Type

Regular

Work Shift

Primarily nights with rotating weekends and holidays (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

*May be eligible for a $10,000 Sign-on bonus! *

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].