_SUMMARY_ Hennepin Healthcare has a current opening for a Radiology Technologist or Radiology Technologist, Senior in our Radiology department. This part-time (0.8 FTE) position will work weekdays with varying start times between 7-8am with rotating holidays and on-call. 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 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 (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 * 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; 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; acquire, format, manipulate, archive and print 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 _QUALIFICATIONS - Radiology Technologist_ * Completion of a formal educational Radiologic Technology program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (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 employmentPreferred Qualifications: * Confident * Excellent communication skills * Ability to work independently and self-motivated _QUALIFICATIONS - Radiology Technologist, Senior_ * Completion of a formal educational Radiologic Technology program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (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 AND * Two years’ experience in Radiology as a Radiology Technologist Preferred Qualifications: * Confident * Excellent communication skills * Ability to work independently and self-motivated **Title:** *Radiology Technologist or Radiology Technologist, Senior (Days)* **Location:** *MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus* **Requisition ID:** *242404*