Radiology Technologist or Radiology Technologist, Senior (Weekdays)

Hennepin Healthcare•Minneapolis, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the area supervisor or lead technologist, performs imaging exams/procedures, provides patient care and technical functions to ensure quality radiographic images.

Requirements

Completion of a formal educational Radiologic Technology program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Two years' experience in Radiology as a Radiology Technologist (Radiology Technolgist Senior only)
Currently certified with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Maintains minimum CEU credits as mandated by the ARRT
Possesses current CPR certification or obtains within 6 months of employment
Good technical skills
Good critical thinking skills
Flexibility in covering shifts
Confident
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work independently and self-motivated

Responsibilities

Performs general radiographic and fluoroscopic exams as applicable
Adequately prepares room for procedures
Reviews and verifies exam requests to ensure correct exam is ordered on the correct patient
Interviews patients and reviews available clinical data from charts to alert nurses and/or physicians to possible contraindications for procedure (labs, allergies, etc.)
Ensures patients receive the same level of care as provided on patient’s unit
Explains exam procedure to patient and family members who are present
Demonstrates correct anatomic positioning and exposure factors relating to area-specific exams
Follows ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principle
Demonstrates extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology and effects of disease processes
Evaluates images, recognizes normal vs. abnormal anatomy, and notifies the appropriate Radiologist as needed; takes appropriate action to address image quality issues
Consistently performs quality exams and ensures that department protocols are followed (positioning protocols, etc.)
Utilizes the image management system; acquires, formats, manipulates, archives, and prints images from the PACS system
Accurately reports total number of images taken and number of and reason for repeat radiographs
Assists physicians and residents as required with radiology exams/procedures
Utilizes EPIC system appropriately (orders, scheduling documentation, and billing)
Implements downtime procedures (manual operations) when computer systems or equipment fails
Instructs new staff and students in imaging procedures and techniques
Evaluates and completes competency test-outs on students. Provides on-going feedback to Student Coordinator about any issues
Assists with education and training of medical staff (Radiology Residents, Fellows, etc.)
Maintains equipment and room in proper working condition and trouble-shoots malfunctioning equipment. Reports malfunctions and necessary repairs to proper personnel as soon as issue is recognized
Respects and uses equipment appropriately. Takes ownership and reports incidents involving themselves and the equipment when it happens
Performs various clerical duties
Performs quality control procedures
Demonstrates and promotes a healthy work environment and good teamwork; makes suggestions for improvements
Assists in organizing work flow utilizing available staff and rooms
Assists in coordinating and participates in departmental continuing education in-services
Provides peer feedback for staff performance evaluations
Completes additional duties/projects as assigned
Follows hospital policy in handling and securing medications