Radiologic Technologist

Location: Avera McKennan Hospital Worker Type: Regular Shift: Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America) Pay Range: $26.75 - $40.00 (actual pay rate dependent upon experience) 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. 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 Perform various radiology procedures accurately, efficiently and according to established standards and protocols. Initiate proper intervention to radiologist or referring practitioner when an exam indicates immediate attention. Review appropriate indications for exams ordered and report inappropriate indications to supervisor. Provide exam data in a complete and accurate format for presentation to reading radiologist for interpretation. Utilize computer systems such as PACS, RIS, HIS EMR systems and perform general clerical duties. Archive image data for permanent storage and appropriately send images to radiologist group. Retrieve stored images from PACS or disc backup and make CDs successfully. Demonstrate an understanding of medical and legal implications and responsibilities related to the imaging reports and images to protect the patient and the organization. Maintain established department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, and environment and infection control. Assist/mentor staff/student with on the job training, clinical rotations and orientation. Assist 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 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 or send an email to… #J-18808-Ljbffr