Radiology Technologist or Radiology Technologist, Senior (Weekend Nights) - $10,000 Signing Bonus

Hennepin Healthcare; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Hennepin Healthcare seeks a Radiology Technologist or Senior for part-time weekend night shifts with a substantial signing bonus. The role includes performance of imaging exams, patient care, and adherence to quality protocols, contributing to optimal health outcomes in a diverse setting.

Benefits

Extensive benefits program

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement Funds

Paid Time Off

License and Certification reimbursement

Qualifications

• Two years' experience in Radiology as a Radiology Technologist is preferred.
• Maintains minimum CEU credits as mandated by the ARRT.

Responsibilities

• Performs general radiographic and fluoroscopic exams.
• Maintains equipment and room in proper working condition.
• Evaluates images for quality.

Skills

Confident

Ability to work independently

Education

Completion of a formal educational Radiologic Technology program accredited by ARRT

Currently certified with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Possess current CPR certification

Job description

Job Description - Radiology Technologist or Radiology Technologist, Senior (Weekend Nights) - $10,000 Signing Bonus (250942)

Job Description

Radiology Technologist or Radiology Technologist, Senior (Weekend Nights) - $10,000 Signing Bonus ( 250942 )

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 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.

SUMMARY

Hennepin Healthcare has a current opening for a Radiology Technologist or Radiology Technologist, Senior in our Radiology department. This part-time (0.9 FTE) position will work Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 7pm to 7:30am. This night position includes a $5.00 per hour shift differential, a $100 per day shift bonus, and a $.90 per hour weekend shift differential (Saturday and Sunday shifts).

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
• 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
• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Confident
• Ability to work independently and self-motivated
• 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
• Ability to work independently and self-motivated

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

• We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
• We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement (Available ONLY for benefit eligible positions).
• For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.

Department : Radiology

Primary Location

Primary Location

: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus

Standard Hours/FTE Status : FTE = 0.90 (72 hours per pay period)