Radiologic Technologist - Slayton, MN

Job Title : Radiologic Technologist (X-Ray / CT)

Location : Slayton MN

Employment Type : Full-Time Permanent

Department : Diagnostic Imaging / Radiology

Schedule : Variable 8-Hour Shifts Occasional Half-Day Shifts Rotation as Needed

Weekly Hours : 36 Hours Guaranteed

Pay Range : $29.83$42.95/hour based on experience

Sign-On Bonus : $10000 with a 3-Year Commitment

On-Call Requirements:

• Weeknights: 2 Nights Per Week MondayThursday 5:30 PM7:00 AM
• Weekends: Every 3rd4th Weekend Friday 5:30 PMMonday 7:00 AM
• Response Time: Must Be Able to Report Within 15 Minutes

Weekend Requirements : Every 3rd4th Weekend for On-Call Coverage

Holiday Requirements : Rotating Holiday Coverage

Clinical Setting : 25-Bed Critical Access Hospital Hospital-Based Imaging

Imaging Modalities : General X-Ray CT Portable Radiography and DEXA

EMR : Epic

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and adaptable Radiologic Technologist (X-Ray / CT) to join the diagnostic imaging team at a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital in Slayton Minnesota.

In this role you will perform general diagnostic radiography computed tomography (CT) portable X-ray and DEXA examinations supporting patients across hospital outpatient and emergency care settings. Candidates must have documented hands-on CT experience and be comfortable independently performing CT examinations. CT certification is not required at the time of hire. You will also assist with daily imaging department operations patient scheduling equipment maintenance and quality assurance activities while maintaining high standards of patient safety and diagnostic image quality.

This opportunity is ideal for a multi-skilled Radiologic Technologist who enjoys working in a smaller hospital environment values clinical independence and is comfortable supporting multiple imaging modalities. The department typically operates with 34 Radiologic Technologists offering a collaborative team environment and opportunities to take an active role in departmental operations. The position includes competitive compensation 36 guaranteed hours per week and a $10000 sign-on bonus with a three-year commitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality general X-ray and computed tomography (CT) examinations in accordance with physician orders established imaging protocols and patient safety standards.
• Operate diagnostic imaging equipment including general radiography systems portable X-ray units CT scanners and DEXA equipment.
• Conduct CT examinations while ensuring accurate patient positioning appropriate imaging protocols and diagnostic image quality.
• Perform portable radiographic examinations for patients requiring bedside imaging or emergency diagnostic services.
• Conduct DEXA examinations and other assigned imaging procedures in accordance with training and departmental protocols.
• Prepare patients for imaging procedures explain examinations and ensure patient comfort privacy and safety.
• Apply appropriate radiation protection techniques infection prevention practices and established imaging safety standards.
• Evaluate completed images for positioning technical quality and diagnostic adequacy obtaining additional images when necessary.
• Perform and document required quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures in accordance with Minnesota Department of Health requirements and other applicable regulatory standards.
• Assist with daily imaging department operations including patient scheduling workflow coordination and imaging equipment readiness.
• Monitor imaging equipment performance perform assigned maintenance activities and promptly report equipment malfunctions or failures.
• Collaborate with physicians radiologists nurses emergency department staff and other healthcare professionals to coordinate timely diagnostic services.
• Maintain accurate patient records imaging documentation and examination information using Epic EMR.
• Participate in weeknight and weekend on-call rotations maintaining the ability to report to the hospital within 15 minutes when called.
• Provide urgent and emergency diagnostic imaging services during scheduled on-call periods.
• Participate in rotating holiday coverage to support continuous imaging availability.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality and handle protected health information in accordance with applicable healthcare regulations.
• Demonstrate professionalism adaptability and effective communication when interacting with patients families coworkers and other departments.
• Support departmental efficiency patient satisfaction and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of a formal accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
• Certifications:
• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• CT Experience: Previous hands-on CT imaging experience required clearly documented in employment history.
• CT Certification: Not required at the time of hire.
• Continuing Education: Must obtain and maintain 24 continuing education credits every two years.
• Equipment Competency: Ability to operate general X-ray equipment portable radiography systems CT scanners and DEXA equipment.
• Quality Assurance: Ability to perform and document required imaging equipment QA/QC procedures in accordance with Minnesota Department of Health standards and other applicable regulations.
• Clinical Skills: Strong knowledge of diagnostic imaging techniques patient positioning radiation safety image quality and patient care.
• Technical Skills: Ability to maintain required equipment-related certifications and competencies.
• Independent Practice: Ability to work with minimal supervision exercise sound clinical judgment and seek guidance when appropriate.
• On-Call Availability: Must be able to respond to the hospital within 15 minutes during assigned on-call shifts.
• Scheduling Flexibility: Ability to work variable 8-hour shifts occasional half-day shifts rotating holidays and assigned weeknight and weekend on-call coverage.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with patients physicians radiologists nurses coworkers and other departments.
• Professionalism: Strong commitment to patient confidentiality cultural sensitivity teamwork and professional conduct.
• Additional Requirements: Excellent organizational multitasking problem-solving and time management skills with the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience working as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Previous experience performing both general radiography and CT examinations in a hospital-based imaging department.
• Current ARRT certification in Computed Tomography (CT).
• Experience working in a Critical Access Hospital rural hospital or small multidisciplinary imaging department.
• Familiarity with Epic EMR.
• Experience performing portable radiography and DEXA examinations.
• Previous experience supporting emergency department imaging and responding to urgent diagnostic requests.
• Experience managing imaging workflows patient scheduling equipment maintenance and departmental quality assurance activities.
• Ability to independently prioritize examinations and manage competing clinical responsibilities in a smaller imaging department.
• Strong adaptability and willingness to learn new imaging techniques equipment and departmental processes.