Discover your career in Bigfork, Minnesota
Nestled in the heart of northern Minnesota’s lakes and forests, Bigfork offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and outdoor adventure. Known for its scenic beauty, close-knit community, and relaxed pace of life, Bigfork is an ideal place to build both a meaningful career and a fulfilling lifestyle.
Whether you enjoy fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, or simply appreciating peaceful surroundings, Bigfork provides year-round recreation and a true sense of community connection.
Job Summary
- Positions patient on examining table and adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by Physician.
- Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
- Moves x-ray equipment into specified position and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors such as time and distance.
- Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
- Operates mobile x-ray equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.
- Obtains EKG's requested by Physician following facility procedure.
- Schedules on site mammography, CT scans, MRI’s, ultrasounds, ECHO's and other special studies as requested.
- Responds to emergency call-ins evenings, weekends, and holidays according to posted schedule.
- Maintains a positive attitude toward clients and coworkers.
- All other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic imaging procedures including X-ray, CT scans, mammography, DEXA scans, sonography, and other advanced modalities with precision and adherence to safety protocols.
- Ensure proper positioning of patients to obtain optimal images while maintaining patient comfort and dignity.
- Maintain detailed documentation of procedures performed and ensure images are correctly labeled and stored for review by radiologists.
- Follow aseptic techniques and infection control standards to prevent contamination during imaging procedures.
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to facilitate diagnostic evaluation and ensure accurate interpretation of imaging results.
- Operate and troubleshoot imaging equipment regularly to ensure optimal functionality and safety compliance.
- Adhere strictly to medical terminology standards and anatomy knowledge to accurately interpret imaging requirements.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging imaging technologies such as MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) and advanced diagnostic techniques relevant to emergency medicine and trauma care settings.
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Radiology. Six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
- Registered with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- CPR/BLS Certification required
EEO/AA Employer/Vets/Disability
Pay: $29.48 - $47.85 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
