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Location: Scotland, SD Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: On Call (United States of America) Landmann-Jungman Memorial Hospital Avera is seeking a qualified individual to join our team! We offer quality care close to home. Position Highlights General hours of work: Monday - Friday (Varied days as department needs coverage). Involves required on call rotation for evenings, weekend, and holidays. SUMMARY: The Radiology technologist performs a variety of radiology tests, procedures, and related duties and operates associated diagnostic equipment. Utilizes scientific principles as well as technical, procedural, and problem-solving aptitudes for day-to-day radiology operations, quality control, quality assurance, procedure/instrument maintenance and corrective action, and radiology related continuing education. QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: * Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Student technologists approved based on recommendation from accredited radiology program director. CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE, and/or REGISTRATIONS: * Registered ARRT preferred. * Student technologists approved based on recommendation from accredited radiology program director. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Understand and follow the policies and procedures of the hospital with particular attention to the individual policies and procedures set up within the radiology department. * Use dosimeter to monitor employee exposure. * Operate x-ray and computed tomography equipment to make diagnostic radiographs of designated body parts under the supervision of a director of radiology, following radiologist protocols. * Educate patient on exam preparation to achieve the best diagnostic images. * Follow policies regarding lead protective devices. * Position and instruct patient for particular examination. * Use proper supportive devices and angle boards when needed. * Use correct exposure factors to produce diagnostic images. * Make proper exposure from behind protective barrier or adequate distance from patient and equipment. * Be able to differentiate between diagnostic and repeatable images. * Follow protocols for administration of contrast. * General knowledge of computers and PACS/EMR for job specific duties. RESPONSIBILITIES, EXPECTATIONS & STANDARDS: * Maintains confidentiality when dealing with all customers. * Must utilize effective problem-solving skills as appropriate. * Conveys enthusiasm and sincerity and promotes Landmann-Jungman Memorial Hospital (LJMH) and its services in a positive manner to all customers. * Supports LJMH through the daily application of our mission, vision, and social values while providing quality care and service to our patients, their families, co-workers, physicians, volunteers, and the communities we serve. * Must be flexible to change and can work effectively in a team environment. * Performs duties in a manner consistent with safety and infection control policies. * Employee is required to comply with all applicable laws, regulation and standards associated with, but not limited to HCFA, OSHA, and HIPAA. * Coordinates workflow with other team members to ensure a productive and efficient environment. * May be involved on organization committees. * Is expected to attend in-service meetings and such other training/education to maintain a level of proficiency in their work.