Description

Radiologic Technologist

Benefits & Perks:

• Top Competitive Compensation Package
• Fully Comprehensive Benefit Package
  • Medical, dental, vision. McKenzie Health also covers 100% of medical deductible.
• 100% Retirement Match up to 6% (403b)
• Flexible Spending with Employer Deposit
• Service Awards and Recognition Programs
• Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement (for qualified employees)
• Employer Provided Training Programs such as SANE, TNCC, NRP, STABLE, NIHSS, ACLS, PALS
• Sign-On Bonus (for certain positions)
• McKenzie Health Supports Work-Life Balance
• Options Available for Student Loan repayment, Relocation, and Temporary Housing Assistance.
• Clothing: Certain Branded Clothing Provided
• Child Care Subsidy Program
• Free Gym Membership at Connie Wold Fitness Center
• Community Orientation: Paid by McKenzie Health

Position Overview:

The Radiologic Technologist performs diagnostic imaging exams following interpreting radiologist protocols. The Technologist verifies the provider’s order for accuracy and completeness; cares for the patient by explaining the procedure, showing concern for comfort and modesty, seeing all safety procedures, and providing excellent images for the patient’s continuum of care in the diagnostic process. Technologists ensure safe, knowledgeable use of all equipment to prevent unnecessary radiation exposure to our patients and coworkers. Superior customer service is paramount to the entire patient’s experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that perfects patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors - interacts professionally with patient/family
• Provides care proper to the condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric, and general population.
• Assesses patient pain interfering with imaging procedure; makes proper physician contact for intervention.
• Follows ALARA principles ensuring lowest dose to get acceptable diagnostic quality imaging.
• Selects proper equipment, technique, and protocol to use for procedure and decides most suitable anatomical posture and positions.
• Responsible for safe handling of equipment
• Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures, follows universal precautions- manages/ starts IVs for Radiology needs.
• Helps in keeping basic records and reports.
• Helps in training of students and ancillary personnel.
• Takes x-ray, CT calls according to monthly schedule after the closing of the regular department hours if needed.
• Compiles and keeps quality assurance information for mammography, per ACR, State of North Dakota Department of Health Standards, the FDA and the Department of Health and Human Services.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  McKenzie Health reserves the right to assign, reassign, or eliminate duties and responsibilities as necessary. The description of critical job features is not exhaustive and may change as deemed appropriate.

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

• Physically demanding, high-stress environment 
• Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions 
• Pushing and pulling heavy objects
• Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients 
• Manual and finger dexterity
• Hand and eye coordination 
• Standing and walking for extensive periods of time 
• Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Corrected vision and hearing to within normal range
• Working under stressful conditions 
• Working irregular hours including after hours

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to teach patients and families
• Excellent communication skills
• Critical thinking/problem solving skills
• Ability to work in a self-directed environment
• Must be able to communicate effectively and collaborate compatibly with all physicians and staff. 
• Knowledge of computer applications, including spreadsheet, database, MSWord, MSExcel, and electronic health record systems.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Have strong organizational skills, diligence, and a clear understanding of the importance of professional etiquette through phone calls and email correspondence. 
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.

Education and Experience:

• High School graduate.
• Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.
• One (1) year of experience as a Board-Certified Radiologist preferred.

Licenses and Certifications: 

• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography (R), and Computed Tomography (CT). (Or competent in CT as decided by the Manager or Assistant Manager). MRI (MR) and/or Mammography (M) registry is needed if the Technologist performs those modalities.
• Certified by the State of North Dakota to practice and administer radiation.
• Current BCLS certification.
  
  McKenzie Health is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.