Computed Tomography
1 month ago
SUMMARY
Hennepin Healthcare has a current opening for a Computed Tomography Technologist I or II in our Computed Tomography department. This part-time (0.9 FTE) position will work Monday through Friday from 2:30 to 11:00pm. The position will include holidays and on-call. This position includes an evening shift differential of $5.00 an hour.
*A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for eligible external candidates (contract/temporary workers and former employees returning to HHS within one year are ineligible). *
Under the direction of the area supervisor, performs patient care and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients. Performs Computed Tomography exams under the order of a licensed medical practitioner.
Willing to train X-Ray techs into one of these positions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs Computed Tomography exams under the order of a licensed medical practitioner
- Follows ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principle; modifies radiation dose for individual patient’s exams in accordance with established age/weight specific protocols (including pediatric techniques and dosing), utilizing dose reduction software.
- Reviews and verifies CT exam orders, radiologist’s protocol instructions, and patient identification in accordance with hospital policy to ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient.
- Assesses patient risk via patient interviews and chart review; alerts nurses and/or physicians to possible contraindications for procedure (labs, allergies, etc.).
- Ensures patient is prepared and radiologist-ordered protocols for pre-medications have been completed (e.g. contrast allergy pre-medication).
- Assesses patient’s need for care following contrast administration; arranges renal function tests and follow up according to radiologist protocol; instructs patients to withhold medication (e.g. metformin) per radiologist protocol.
- Provides education to patient and family members and assesses understanding.
- Provides for the physical and psychological needs of patients during CT exams, including monitoring of patient’s oxygen saturation levels when caring for patients with orders for “continuous” O2 sat monitoring; addresses issues according to hospital protocol; assesses patient’s level of pain and notifies nurse / provider as needed.
- Performs venipuncture for contrast administration, evaluates patency of IV access; administers saline flush per protocol pre/post IV contrast administration.
- Performs Point-of-Care lab tests for evaluating renal function prior to contrast administration.
- Prepares and administers oral and/or IV contrast per department protocols as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
- Ensure personnel caring for patient follow safety procedures (e.g. infection prevention).
- Documents clinical and required regulatory information in patient’s electronic chart (e.g. IV documentation, signs / symptoms relevant to exam, contrast administration in MAR); performs order entry / modification / cancelation in accordance with hospital policies.
- Initiates response to complications and emergencies arising during exams; requests assistance from nurses, providers, and other personnel as needed.
- Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy, physiology and effects of disease processes; evaluates images, recognizes normal vs. abnormal anatomy and notifies the appropriate Radiologist as needed.
- Handles and secures medications and equipment in accordance with hospital policies.
- Utilizes the image management system; acquire, format, manipulate, archives images to the PACS system.
- Assists physicians and residents as required with CT-Guided exams/procedures using aseptic technique as needed.
- Assists patient with completing informed consent form, after provider has completed informed consent discussion with the patient.
- Implements downtime procedures (manual operations) when computer systems or equipment fails.
- Maintains equipment and room in proper working condition and trouble-shoots malfunctioning equipment; takes appropriate action to address image quality issues. Performs quality control procedures.
- Demonstrates and promotes a healthy work environment and good teamwork; makes suggestions for improvements; demonstrates and promotes patient and family-centered care behaviors.
- Assists in organizing work flow utilizing available staff and rooms.
- Assists performing exams identified for approved IRB research.
- Performs various clerical duties and completes additional duties/projects as assigned
- Instructs new staff and students in CT procedures and techniques.
- Performs competency evaluations for new CT personnel
- Assists with education and training of medical staff (Radiology Residents, Fellows, RPA’s etc.)
- Provides peer feedback for staff performance evaluations
- Assists in coordinating and participates in departmental continuing education in-services.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Completion of a formal educational Radiologic Technology program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the ARRT
- Currently certified with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Maintains minimum CEU credits as mandated by the ARRT
- Possess current CPR certification or obtain within 6 months of employment
- Possess CT Certification (ARRT) o Individuals without a CT Certification will be considered for a CT Tech I and will need to obtain their CT certification within 36 months of hire
Title: Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist I or II (Evenings)
Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus
Requisition ID: 241603
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