Radiology Surgery Technologist (Rad Tech) | Avera Specialty Hospital
Company: Avera Health
Location: Lennox
Posted on: July 6, 2025
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Job Description:
Location: Avera Specialty Hospital-Sioux Falls Worker Type:
Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Pay Range:
The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate
dependent upon experience. $28.00 - $42.00 Position Highlights Part
Time 24/hr per week 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. A
Brief Overview Responsible for operating radiologic equipment
including c-arms and ERCP equipment to make clinical diagnostic
images as directed by physicians. Performs routine diagnostic
procedures according to established standards and practices. What
you will do Prepares patients and adjusts equipment for taking
exposure. Positions patients for procedures. Works with physicians
to obtain optimal images. Determines proper voltage and current and
desired exposure time and practices ALARA. Adjusts lead shield to
protect unaffected parts of the body from exposure to radiation.
Selects DR plate and inserts into holder if applicable or
improvises method to assure appropriate set-up. Positions equipment
at proper distance and angles from body to specified area.
Activates machinery from safety of protective enclosure or while
shielded. Arrange, attach or adjust immobilization and support
devices (e.g. sand bags, binders, tape to obtain precise position,
prevent patient movement and lessen discomfort). Operates c-arm
equipment to provide quality images for the surgeons. Coordinates
surgery schedules to assure surgeons receive excellent radiology
service. Performs clerical duties (In House PACS and Teleradiology
Competent). Takes x-ray images in other areas of the hospital with
portable equipment Transport equipment to areas such as operating
room, emergency room, and patient rooms. Observe sterile techniques
and complete procedures promptly. Assists with staff/student
on-the-job training and orientation. Mentors and assists in the
education of students enrolled in the School of Radiological
Technology. Produces high quality images via digital imaging and
presents the images satisfactorily for Radiologist interpretation.
Assists with the collection and maintenance of records as needed by
the Radiology Department, Quality Assurance, Joint Commission
accreditation, OSHA guidelines or as required by 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
certification from an accredited School of Radiology Radiography
(R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within
60 Days Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work
Experience: 1-3 years Related experience in surgery 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. 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. If you are an
individual with a disability and would like to request an
accommodation for help with your online application, please call
1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org .
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