Radiologic Technologist - Baylor

Fairview Health Services • Maplewood, MN

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About The Position

Here at Fairview, we are now seeking a Radiologic Technologist to join our team at the Maplewood Imaging Center in Maplewood, MN! This is a Baylor position (Work 48 hours, paid for 72 hours) that will work every Saturday and Sunday from 8:30AM - 8:30PM. The Specialty Radiologic Technologist provides services to patients and physicians through the creation of high-quality diagnostic imaging in multiple ambulatory settings and locations. Responsible for providing quality age-appropriate patient care for patients according to established standards of practice and works collaboratively with all members of the health care team. The specialty radiologic technologist supports all imaging procedures, surgical cases, fluoroscopy studies, portable x-ray, and general x-ray performed in the ambulatory setting. Provides assistance in the opening of the supplies/equipment for surgical and special procedure cases as well as responding to codes, trauma activations, and other emergent needs for imaging in an ambulatory care environment.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited radiologic technology program
• ARRT Certification/Registration
• Basic Life Support (BLS) before date of hire

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors Degree
• 3 years experience as a technologist in a hospital setting
• Advanced Imaging modality certification

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient care standards
• Accurately performs diagnostic exams and procedures
• Identifies relevant data from images accurately
• Communicates pertinent data clearly to appropriate health care professionals
• Participates in creating a culture of patient safety
• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency preparedness
• Verifies patient identification and documentation
• Communicates with and educates patients regarding pertinent information during all aspects of service
• Completes quality diagnostic images through correct patient positioning and use of technical factors according to protocol
• Ensures patient data integrity
• Accurately maintains and updates patient records including edits, scheduling, billing, status changes, and image transfers in a timely manner
• Performs accurate image marking and digital image manipulation and archiving
• Participates as an active team member
• Orients and mentors new employees and students
• Participates in department/facility process/quality improvement initiatives
• Responsible for personal and professional development to ensure current knowledge required for position
• Cleans and maintains rooms, equipment, and supplies
• Correctly operates equipment according to standards, policies, and procedures
• Identifies and responds to equipment problems to ensure equipment is working properly.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision plans
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• PTO and Sick and Safe Time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement
• Early access to earned wages

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees