Radiology Technologist or CT Technologist or MRI Technologist

Location: Avera St Mary's Hospital

Worker Type: Regular

Work Shift: Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends/holidays (United States of America)

Pay Range: $26.75 - $48.50

Position Highlights

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

Join Avera as a Radiology Technologist and join a mission-driven organization with a great company culture and team environment. Be a part of a multidisciplinary team built on teamwork, with compassion and the goal of moving health forward for you and our patients. Work, where you matter.

Located along the Missouri River in central South Dakota, Pierre is known for excellent fishing and hunting. The community of 14,000 people offers affordable housing and an excellent school district There are also several family-oriented opportunities, such as the Cultural Heritage Center, Discovery Center, the new outdoor waterpark and Oahe Days to name a few.

• May be eligible for Sign on Bonus of $15,000 with 3 year commitment!

• Ask about our Relocation Bonus!

• 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.

• Positive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice the mission in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care.

• Job Satisfaction: Each day you will positively impact each patient you serve.

Career Growth opportunities with the largest employer in South Dakota.

Hours:

Rotating Day and Evening Shifts - 10 hour shifts working 6AM-4:30PM, 7AM-5:30PM, & 11:30AM-8PM

Responsible for operating MRI equipment to make clinical diagnostic images as directed by physicians. Performs routine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and procedures.

• Prepares patients and adjusts equipment for performing MRI. Positions and instructs patients regarding procedures. Is competent with IV injections for the administration of IV contrast media.

• Performs MRI procedures accurately and efficiently and according to established standards. Coordinates daily schedules for efficiency and assesses exam completion.

• Assists with staff/student on-the-job training and orientation. May assist in preparing for and conducting MRI classes.

• Assists with the collection and maintenance of records as needed by the Radiology Department, Quality Assurance Department, Joint Commission accreditation, OSHA guidelines or as may be required by the law.

• Maintains all records/reports required for the MRI area (i.e. patient records, volume records and equipment records).

• Provides detailed reports to management as requested.

• Consults with radiologist, physicians and other patient-care personnel as to specific details of individual exams and for specialized protocols.

• Research lab data results, be familiar with IV Access Systems/Restrictions, and monitor injection of contrast material and patient condition throughout the exam.

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 equivalent from a 2 year college or technical school or hospital-based Radiologic Technology Program

• Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Upon Hire and

• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Upon Hire

• Less than 1 year Thorough knowledge of radiologic and MRI terminology, practices and procedures, physiology and human anatomy

• 1-3 years Training/experience in MRI

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values,…