Essentia Health·Brainerd, Minnesota
Administer ionizing radiation for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using advanced digital imaging systems. Assist radiologists with interventional and biopsy procedures while providing optimal patient care across all age groups.
4002200 general radiology - Sjmc
Take your career in Diagnostic Imaging to the next level and become part of Essentia’s accomplished team in Brainerd, MN! St. Josephs Medical Center is a 162-bed hospital and Level III Trauma Center with a 24-hour emergency room. We take pride in bringing a wide range of services to residents and visitors of the Brainerd, Minnesota area.
St. Joseph’s is home to the Marilyn Covey Heart & Vascular Center and the St. Joseph’s Cancer Center. You’ll find us next to the Mississippi River in a setting that promotes good health and healing. As one of Essentia Health’s Catholic facilities, we strive to provide holistic healing for all human life.
Responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation to humans (age infant through adult) for diagnostic, therapeutic procedures, and/or research purposes, which utilize advanced aspects of computer assisted, digital image recording, and analysis systems. The technologist also assists radiologists with interventional and biopsy procedures. Provides optimal patient care utilizing establishes and accepted techniques. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to interact with patients in a way that is effective and appropriate to the age of the involved patient population.
Education qualifications: No educational requirement
Must be registered in CT by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) within two years of hire/transfer to the position.
If North Dakota, must have current license on the North Dakota Medical Imaging & Radiation Therapy Board of Examiners (NDMIRT) upon hire.
FTE: 0
Shift rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)
$33.94 - $50.91
At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Must be registered in CT by the ARRT or NMTCB within two years of hire. Current licensure from the NDMIRT is required for those working in North Dakota.
Market context
In Minnesota, casual CT technologist roles are often sought by facilities needing flexible imaging coverage, especially when schedules vary across outpatient, inpatient, and emergency settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically want ARRT registration, BLS certification, and experience with CT workflows, while preferred CT certification can strengthen your candidacy. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your certification timeline and related experience before applying.