Radiology Technologist - Ortho & Spine Center

sanford; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Sanford Health seeks a Radiologic Technologist at the Orthopedic Clinic in Rapid City, SD. The role involves performing diagnostic imaging examinations, ensuring quality images, and maintaining radiation safety. Expect rotating weekends and possible evenings, with emphasis on patient education and EMR navigation.

Requires ARRT-approved education, ARRT registration, and BLS. Hourly pay range is $26.00–$41.50 with a $25,000 sign-on bonus for a 3-year commitment. Sanford is an EEO/AA employer.

Qualifications

• ARRT-accepted educational program is required.
• ARRT registration is required.
• BLS certification within six weeks of employment.
• ND licensure may be required if working there.
• Some locations may require CNA certification within eight weeks.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiology procedures with proper patient positioning.
• Ensure high-quality diagnostic images and adherence to protocols.
• Follow radiation safety guidelines and protection practices.
• Provide patient care and education before, during, and after imaging.
• May perform mobile imaging, EKG, and related tasks as needed.

Skills

ARRT certification

Radiography skills

Patient care

Radiation safety

EMR familiarity

Education

ARRT-accepted program

Tools

EMR system

Radiology equipment

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:
Day (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

Position will be at Orthopedic Clinic. Position will include rotating weekends and some possible evenings.

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. Ability 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, but not limited to: 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.

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