Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist II

Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist IIHennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County. Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.Department: Computed Tomography (CT) FTE: 1.0 (80 hours per pay period) Workdays: Monday - Friday Shift(s): Evenings (11:30am - 8:00pm) Shift Length: 8 hours Location: In-Person Sign-On Bonus: $10,000* *Sign on bonus is available for eligible external candidates (current employees, contract/temporary workers, and former employees returning to HHS within one year are ineligible).Purpose of this position: Under the direction of the area supervisor, performs patient care and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients.Responsibilities:Performs Computed Tomography exams under the order of a licensed medical practitionerFollows 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 softwareReviews 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 patientAssesses 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 protocolProvides education to patient and family members and assesses understandingProvides 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 neededPerforms venipuncture for contrast administration, evaluates patency of IV access; administers saline flush per protocol pre/post IV contrast administrationPerforms Point-of-Care lab tests for evaluating renal function prior to contrast administrationPrepares and administers oral and/or IV contrast per department protocols as prescribed by a licensed practitionerEnsures 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 policiesInitiates response to complications and emergencies arising during exams; requests assistance from nurses, providers, and other personnel as neededDemonstrates extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology and effects of disease processes; evaluates images, recognizes normal vs. abnormal anatomy and notifies the appropriate Radiologist as neededHandles and secures medications and equipment in accordance with hospital policiesUtilizes the image management system; acquire, format, manipulate, archives images to the PACS systemAssists physicians and residents as required with CT-Guided exams/procedures using aseptic technique as neededImplements downtime procedures (manual operations) when computer systems or equipment failsInstructs new staff and students in CT procedures and techniquesPerforms competency evaluations for new CT personnelAssists with education and training of medical staff (Radiology Residents, Fellows, RPA's etc.)Maintains equipment and room in proper working condition and trouble-shoots malfunctioning equipment; takes appropriate action to address image quality issuesPerforms quality control proceduresDemonstrates and promotes a healthy work environment and good teamwork; makes suggestions for improvements; demonstrates and promotes patient and family-centered care behaviorsAssists in organizing work flow utilizing available staff and roomsAssists performing exams identified for approved IRB researchAssists in coordinating and participates in departmental continuing education in-servicesProvides peer feedback for staff performance evaluationsPerforms various clerical duties and completes additional duties/projects as assignedQualifications:Minimum Qualifications:Completion of a formal educational Radiologic Technology program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the ARRTCurrently certified with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)Maintains minimum CEU credits as mandated by the ARRTPossess CT certification (ARRT)Possess current CPR certification or obtain within 6 months of employmentKnowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:Operation of CT scanning systems, related anatomy / pathology; ability to perform CT examinations, venipuncture and contrast administration; ability to work effectively with others and provide patients an exceptionally positive experience