Job Description - Radiology Technologist (Multiple Openings) - $10,000 Sign-on Bonus (242043)
Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics across Hennepin County.
Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieving optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health.
SUMMARY
Hennepin Healthcare has current openings for a Radiology Technologist or Radiology Technologist, Senior (X-Ray) in our Radiology (Hospital) department. All evening and night positions have a $5 per hour shift differential. The weekend positions have a $100 per day shift bonus and $1.00 per hour Saturday/Sunday differential.
A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for eligible external candidates.
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.
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.
- Explains exam procedure to patient and family members who are present.
- Prepares and administers oral and/or IV contrast per department protocols.
- 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.
- Consistently performs quality exams and ensures that department protocols are followed.
- 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.
- Implements downtime procedures when computer systems or equipment fails.
- Instructs new staff and students in imaging procedures and techniques.
- Maintains equipment and room in proper working condition and troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment.
- Performs various clerical duties.
- Demonstrates and promotes a healthy work environment and good teamwork.
- Completes additional duties/projects as assigned.
- Follows hospital policy in handling and securing medications.
Minimum Requirements:
- Completion of a formal educational Radiologic Technology program accredited by the ARRT.
- Currently certified with the ARRT.
- Maintains minimum CEU credits as mandated by the ARRT.
- Possess current CPR certification or obtain within 6 months of employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Two years’ experience in Radiology as a Radiology Technologist.
- Confident and self-motivated.
You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees.
Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.
Department: Radiology
Primary Location
MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus
Job Level
Staff
Employee Status
Regular
Eligible for Benefits: Yes
Union/Non Union: Union
Job Posting
Oct-23-2024
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