Radiology Technologist .8 FTE

Gillette Children's•Saint Paul, MN

3d•$31 - $45•Hybrid

About The Position

Gillette Children's is seeking a motivated, independent, and responsible Radiology Technologist to join their imaging department. This role will primarily be based at their St. Paul hospital location and Maple Grove clinic. The position involves performing diagnostic imaging exams in compliance with departmental procedures and guidelines, working with patients of all ages, cultures, and physical conditions, and providing efficient and effective customer service. The role requires exceptional teamwork, efficient communication, and the ability to work in highly coordinated teams to provide care for patients with challenging and complex conditions.

Requirements

Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. (If candidate holds valid CPR through another acceptable organization, they may be able to begin employment but must complete Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association within one month of employment.)
Certified and in good standing with the ARRT prior to start date.
Experience working in a digital imaging environment.

Nice To Haves

Associates’ Degree

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic imaging exams in compliance with departmental procedures and guidelines.
Works with patients of all ages, cultures, and physical conditions.
Provides efficient and effective customer service.
Responds to physician orders for diagnostic imaging procedures by producing high quality images which meet the expectations of the ordering physicians and radiologists.
Proficient and safe use of imaging equipment including: Radiographic, C-arm, O-arm, Portable radiographic, Fluoroscopic.
Proficient and safe use of ancillary equipment relevant to the modality including: Computed radiography, Positioning devices, Ceiling lift, Imaging printers, Digitizer, PACS, RIS.
Proficient in all exam types for the assigned modality: Radiographic: Skull, Spine, Chest, Abdomen, Pelvis, Upper and Lower Extremity, Intraoperative; Fluoroscopic, C-arm, and O-arm.
Performs patient assessment of pain, pregnancy, ability to complete the exam.
Performs patient education concerning the procedure.
Documents patient history.
Properly positions the patient.
Selects the exam protocol.
Selects the equipment parameters/technical factors.
Discharges the patient with post procedure instructions.
Evaluates resulting images.
Accepts or rejects images appropriately.