Jobs · Healthcare · North Dakota

Radiology Technologist (Straight Nights)

Sanford Health · Bismarck, ND · 2 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time

About the role

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. 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.

Responsibilities

  • Operates equipment to produce diagnostic images according to patient cases and relevant guidelines
  • Ensures the quality of images is satisfactory for clinical purposes
  • Ensures accurate patient positioning during radiographic procedures
  • Counsels patients regarding diagnostic imaging procedures
  • 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
  • May perform mobile imaging, electrocardiogram (EKG), cardiac monitor placement, and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) procedures

Requirements

  • Completion of an educational program accepted by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  • Working knowledge of diagnostic radiographic principles, including radiographic positioning, film/image processing, quality control, and radiation protection
  • Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  • Licensure with the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT) if working in North Dakota
  • 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

Qualifications

  • Completion of an educational program accepted by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  • Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  • Licensure with the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board (NDMIRT) if working in North Dakota
  • 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

Skills

  • Understanding of diagnostic radiographic principles
  • Ability to operate diagnostic imaging equipment
  • Knowledge of radiation safety guidelines
  • Excellent patient care and education skills

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • A 401(k) retirement plan
  • Work/life balance benefits
  • A generous time off package

Pay

Salary Range: $29.00 - $41.50

Sign-on bonus available!

Schedule

Shift: Night

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

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