Radiology Tech
Job in
Bowdle, Edmunds County, South Dakota, 57428, USA
Listing for:
Bowdle Healthcare center
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
-
Healthcare
Radiologic Technologist / CT Tech
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly
USD
80000.00
100000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Bowdle$20,000 Sign-On Bonus Available
Must be COVID-19 vaccinated with first series or submit medical or religious exemption for approval
POSITION SUMMARY:Responsible for performing radiologic procedures, EKG's, assisting with specialty clinics, assisting patients scheduled for procedures and other tasks contained in this job description.
REQUIREMENTS AND
QUALIFICATIONS:Education: Graduation from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
License/Certification: Certification by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Experience: None Required
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Verifies patient's identification before transporting and/or before any exam. Questions patients before exam for appropriate information, questions female patients if they may be pregnant.Thoroughly explains procedure to patient; addresses and responds to any patient concerns about the procedure and equipment.Refers to departmental procedure and reference manuals as necessary.Knowledgeable of radiation safety for self and others; wears protective clothing, minimizes radiation to patient with shielding devices.Observes patient and equipment during procedure; reports any unusual occurrences; informs nursing staff of any changes in patient condition.Competent and proficient with equipment in the Medical Imaging Department.Competent in all procedures in the departmental procedure manual.Attempts to improve technical quality of images and improve own technique.Assures that all instructions by physician or radiologist have been followed.Transports patients safely on proper transport device.Practices aseptic technique and universal precautions as necessary; strictly obeys isolation and infection control procedures; washes hands before and after each patient contact.Regularly checks equipment, accessories and supplies; keeps area stocked at all times, cleans exam rooms as necessary.Assumes responsibility for departmental quality assurance activities as assigned.Always wears film badge or other detection or measuring devices and follows up on cumulative radiologic exposure results.Regularly checks equipment for function, performs preventive maintenance and cleaning as necessary; promptly reports malfunctions.Provides basic nursing functions regarding patient care and comfort in the exam area; identifies life-threatening conditions and summons appropriate assistance.Assesses carefully the age related variances in techniques, amount of radiation, positioning, etc., for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.Positions patient and equipment properly for best imaging results.Uses proper exposure factors and collimates appropriately, cone adjustment proper voltage.Produces images of diagnostic quality consistently. Evaluates images for diagnostic quality before referring to radiologist or physician.Transmits CR images properly and insures all support computers are functioning properly.Accurately and in timely manner records all charges and forwards them to the business office.Competent in CT procedures; can pick proper protocols, do reformats when necessary; know how to make 3D images.Checks with provider and patient when CT contrast studies are ordered to make sure patients are compatible for contrast imaging.Knows how to work with all CT equipment. Cleans and maintains all equipment properly.Knows and adheres to departmental rules and procedures.Willingly assists others as necessary; performs non-technical duties as necessary.Knowledgeable of hospital policies regarding patient care, fire and safety, infection control, radiation safety procedures.Utilizes time effectively; recognizes priorities and deals with them promptly."Thinks Through" problems, assesses situations, considers alternatives and chooses appropriate course of action.Demonstrates reliability on-call; is properly available; reports as soon as possible when called back.Presents professional appearance and demeanor.Consults with appropriate persons to problem solve, answer questions, inform of significant occurrences in the department.Works at maintaining good rapport and relationship with other departments and with physicians' offices.Immediately reports and…
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