Radiology Technologist (Multiple Openings) - $10,000 Signing Bonus

Hennepin Healthcare • Minneapolis, MN

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About The Position

Under the direction of the area supervisor or lead technologist, the Radiology Technologist performs imaging exams and procedures and provides patient care and technical functions to ensure quality radiographic images. The position has multiple openings: 0.8 FTE nights, 1.0 FTE evenings (two openings), and 0.9 FTE weekend nights. A $10,000 signing bonus is available to eligible external candidates; current employees, contract or temporary workers, and former employees returning to HHS within one year are ineligible.

Requirements

• Completion of a formal educational Radiologic Technology program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Two years of experience in Radiology as a Radiology Technologist; this is identified as a Senior Radiology Technologist requirement.
• Current certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Maintains the minimum continuing education credits mandated by the ARRT.
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
• Consistently demonstrates strong technical skills with no major performance issues.
• Excellent critical-thinking skills.
• Confidence.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Performs general radiographic and fluoroscopic exams as applicable.
• Prepares rooms for procedures.
• Reviews and verifies exam requests to confirm the correct exam is ordered for the correct patient.
• Interviews patients and reviews available clinical data to alert nurses or physicians to possible contraindications, such as lab results or allergies.
• Ensures patients receive the same level of care as on their patient unit.
• Explains exam procedures to patients and accompanying family members.
• Uses appropriate anatomic positioning and exposure factors for area-specific exams.
• Follows the ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principle.
• Applies knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.
• Evaluates images, recognizes normal and abnormal anatomy, notifies the appropriate Radiologist as needed, and addresses image-quality issues.
• Performs quality exams and follows department protocols, including positioning protocols.
• Uses the image management system to acquire, format, manipulate, archive, and print images from the PACS system.
• Accurately reports the number of images taken and the number and reasons for repeat radiographs.
• Assists physicians and residents with radiology exams and procedures as required.
• Uses the EPIC system appropriately for orders, scheduling documentation, and billing.
• Implements downtime procedures when computer systems or equipment fail.
• Instructs new staff and students in imaging procedures and techniques.
• Evaluates students and completes competency test-outs; provides ongoing feedback to the Student Coordinator about issues.
• Assists with education and training of medical staff, including Radiology Residents and Fellows.
• Maintains equipment and rooms in proper working condition, troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment, and promptly reports malfunctions and needed repairs.
• Uses equipment appropriately and takes ownership by reporting incidents involving themselves or equipment when they occur.
• Performs clerical duties and quality-control procedures.
• Promotes a healthy work environment and teamwork and suggests improvements.
• Helps organize workflow using available staff and rooms.
• Assists in organizing and participates in departmental continuing-education in-services.
• Provides peer feedback for staff performance evaluations.
• Completes additional duties and projects as assigned.
• Follows hospital policy for handling and securing medications.

Benefits

• $10,000 signing bonus for eligible external candidates; current employees, contract or temporary workers, and former employees returning to HHS within one year are ineligible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed