Radiologic Technologist

Glacial Ridge Hospital District•Glenwood, MN

3h•$31 - $45

About The Position

Are you a compassionate and skilled Radiologic Technologist seeking a fulfilling career? Glacial Ridge Health System is seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to join our team and provide high-quality diagnostic imaging exams while maintaining safe and professional patient care.

Requirements

Qualifications Graduate of an approved school of Radiologic Technology.
Must be ARRT registered.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Perform general X-ray and CT with a willingness to cross-train
Ability to read and communicate effectively.
Strong written and verbal skills.
Basic computer knowledge.
Decision-making and problem-solving.
Team building.
Performance Standards Must adhere to HIPAA confidentiality standards.
Must adhere to the Keys to Heartfelt Care.
Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position.

Responsibilities

Responsible for radiographic and fluoroscopic work as requested by medical doctor on staff.
CT Imaging.
Mammography if qualified or applicable.
Coordinate work with other technologists or operators when procedures require more than one person.
Determine patient’s x-ray needs by reading requests or instructions from physicians.
Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation.
Maintain a current file of examination protocols.
Maintain records of patients examined, examinations performed, views taken, and other pertinent information.
Make exposures necessary for the requested procedures, rejecting and repeating work that does not meet established standards.
Monitor equipment operation and report malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
Operate mobile x-ray equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient’s bedside.
Perform procedures such as routine contrast studies, routine fluoroscopy and examinations of the head, trunk, and extremities, and pain management injection under supervision of a physician.
Position patient on examining table, set up, and adjust equipment to obtain optimum view of specific body area as requested by physician.
Practice ALARA.
Prepare and set up room for patient.
Prepare contrast materials under direction of radiologist.
Process exposed radiographs digital radiographic methods.
Provide assistance in monitoring patient’s vital signs.
Use patient-shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patient and staff.
Responsible for EKG’s and Holter Monitors.
Responsible for doing daily surveillance Q.A. and equipment QC.
Responsible for orderliness of room and stocking supplies.
Notify supervisor of supplies that need to be ordered.
Responsible for scheduling of Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound, Mammography, CT, MRI, Bone Density, Routine Exams, Fluoroscopy, etc.
Follow organization and staff policies and procedures.