Radiology Technologist

Location: Avera St Luke's Hospital

Worker Type: Regular

Work Shift: Night Shift (United States of America)

Pay Range: $26.75 - $40.00

Position Highlights

Hours:

Friday - Sunday, 6PM to 6AM

This position may be eligible for $15,000-$20,000 Sign on Bonus *

• Paid Time Off (PTO) available on Day 1!

• Options for Free Health Insurance!

• 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.

• Career Growth: Great opportunity to obtain healthcare experience for those that are looking to further their education in healthcare or be involved in an ever-changing career with upward mobility.

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.

Accountable for the proficient operations of the radiographic and CT equipment to provide clinically diagnostic images as directed by physicians.

• 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 imaging 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.

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.

• 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

• 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.

Avera 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 available day 1 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 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.

The policy of Avera to provide opportunities for all qualified employees or applicants without regard to disability and to provide reasonable accommodations for all employees or applicants who may be disabled. Avera is committed to ensuring compliance in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act.