Medical Imaging Technologist

Willing to Train to CT and/or MRI

$15,000 Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Assistance Available

ABOUT SHERIDAN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

At Sheridan Memorial Hospital, we are proud to have achieved the 5-Star Quality Rating, ranking us in the top 13.6% of hospitals rated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. We believe that our ability to deliver excellent healthcare begins with our people, and we are proud of our more than 750 skilled, experienced, and caring employees. We have over 100 providers who specialize in 25 areas of expertise. Our facility is state-of-the-art, and we are dedicated to providing outstanding patient-centered care.
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Nestled at the foothills of the Big Horn Mountains in northern Wyoming, spectacular scenery and outdoor activities abound. Our hospital has the latest technology and equipment comparative to that of many larger facilities, and you will find our staff is friendly, compassionate, caring, and courteous. We focus on creating and nurturing a workplace that encourages, recognizes, and rewards individual effort and creativity. Leadership is responsive to changing modes of healthcare delivery and adapts accordingly. We value effective communication and honesty and believe teamwork based on mutual respect is key to success.

JOB SUMMARY

Performs a variety of imaging procedures and is responsible for patient safety protocols. Credentialed x-ray technologist, with experience or certification in MR or CT, preferred.  Maintains a QI project. The position requires some on-call duties. Participates in CQI activities. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients. 
• Responsible for safe handling of equipment and images. 
• Instructs and prepares patients for radiographic and/or fluoroscopic examinations. 
• Selects appropriate equipment to use for procedure. 
• Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly. 
• Able to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention. 
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. 
• Knowledgeable about special radiographic examinations requiring special equipment and procedures such as: intravenous pyelograms, intravenous cholangiograms, and OR procedures.
• Programs portable or stationary x-ray machines and makes radiograms for a variety of examinations.
• Sends images to the PACS system and completes study within the EMR system. 
• Knowledgeable about at least two imaging modalities and there operation. IE: CT, MRI, Mammo).
• Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures. 
• Assists in maintaining basic records and reports. 
• Assists in maintaining files. 
• Assists in training of students and ancillary personnel.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family.
• Knowledgeable of fire and safety regulations. 
• Has knowledge of hospital policies and the functions of the other departments.
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general population.  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education / Experience / License and Certifications

• Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.
• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.(ARRT)
• Certified by the State of Wyoming to practice and administer radiation.
• Capable of working independently. Needs no mentoring.
• Performs Call for MRI or CT.
• Capable of performing all Diagnostic Radiology procedures.
• Capable of performing independently, a minimum of two Special Imaging modalities; i.e. CT, MR
• Current BLS certification.
• A minimum of one year of experience under a Board Certified Radiologist.

Additional Skills

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Additional languages preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Working knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
• Knowledge of general anatomy and physiology.