Radiology Technologist

Company: Avera Health
Location: Milbank
Posted on: February 18, 2025

Job Description:

Radiology Technologist at Avera Health summary:
As a Radiology Technologist at Avera Milbank Area Hospital, you will operate radiographic and CT equipment to produce clinically diagnostic images, ensuring adherence to established protocols and quality standards. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, contributing to patient care and safety while assisting with clinical training for students and staff. The role offers a supportive work environment with competitive pay, potential sign-on bonuses, and opportunities for professional development.
Location:Avera Milbank Area HospitalWorker Type:RegularWork 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 - $40.00Position HighlightsJoin Avera as a Radiology Technologist and -join a mission driven organization with a great company culture, and team environment.**This position may be eligible for a $15,000 sign on bonus with a 3 year commitment.**

• 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, every 4th wkndYou Belong at AveraBe 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 SomeAvera 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 front-loaded for eligible hires
        • Free health insurance options, for full-time single coverage on Avera High Deductible Health Plan
        • Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
        • Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. 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 .
          
          Keywords:
          Radiology, Technologist, Medical Imaging, CT Scan, Patient Care, Healthcare, Diagnostic Imaging, Radiologic Technologist, Clinical Protocols, Avera Health
          

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