Avera Health

Radiology Technologist

Avera Health$55K — $106K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of MRI experience required.
  • ARRT Certification must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
  • Must possess a State of Iowa Permit to Practice upon hire.
  • Strong understanding of MRI operations and safety standards.
  • Proficient in using PACS, RIS, and EMR systems.

Responsibilities

  • Perform various radiology procedures accurately and efficiently.
  • Initiate proper intervention for urgent issues indicated by exams.
  • Review exam orders and address any inappropriate indications with a supervisor.
  • Provide complete exam data for accurate interpretation by radiologists.
  • Archive image data and ensure proper transfer to radiologists.
  • Understand and manage medical/legal implications of imaging reports.
  • Assist in training staff and students during clinical rotations.

Benefits

  • PTO available from day 1 for eligible hires.
  • Up to 5% employer match for retirement contributions.
  • Opportunities for hands-on training and career development.
Full Job Description
Location:

Avera Holy Family Hospital

Worker Type:
Regular

Work Shift:
Primarily days with night, weekend and holiday on-call involvement (United States of America)

Pay Range:

The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.
$26.75 - $51.25

Position Highlights

*May be eligible for a $10,000 Sign-on Bonus! *

State of Iowa Required Licenses and Certifications
• State of Iowa Permit to Practice required upon hire.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification required upon hire to obtain and maintain a State of Iowa Permit to Practice.

Additional Job Requirements
• MRI experience is required, including a strong understanding of MRI operations, safety standards, workflow management, and quality assurance practices.

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 Some

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.
  • Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
  • Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship

About Avera Health

Avera Health is a regional health system based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It provides healthcare services to communities in South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska. Avera Health operates 33 hospitals, 208 primary care clinics, and 40 senior care facilities. The health system employs over 19,000 people and serves over 1 million people. Avera Health is committed to providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to its patients.
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Founded
1993

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