This position is for The Urgency Room in Eagan, MN for Tuesday through Friday 2:30p-10:00p.
JOB TITLE: Imaging Technologist - CT
LOCATION OR DEPARTMENT: Clinic
EXEMPT STATUS/GRADE: Non-Exempt/Step Scale
REPORTS TO: Clinic Manager or Lead Technologist
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None.
SUMMARY OF POSITION: Perform CT exams and procedures according to established protocols to provide quality images and patient care.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Perform CT exams and assist physician in invasive procedures in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate efficiency and effectiveness within the department time standards for routine exams.
• Obtain patient history, answer questions, and provide the patient with information about the exam and/or procedure so they are comfortable and thoroughly understand it.
• Work with the radiologists, referring clinics and/or patients to ensure the appropriate exams, films and medical records are correct and prepared for the exam.
• Ensure all necessary paperwork is accurate and complete for the radiologist, referring clinic and the patient’s medical records.
• Incorporate company values into daily interactions with internal and external customers.
• Other duties may include, but are not limited to, training new employees, stocking and/or ordering department supplies and assisting in other departments.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• RT (R) (CT) required within one year of employment
• 3-6 months general x-ray experience preferred.
• 6-12 months CT experience preferred.
• IV and power contrast injector experience preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Knowledge of basic radiologic principles, procedures, methods and techniques required.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology required.
• Excellent patient care, problem solving, organizational, communication and technical skills required.
• Ability to work independently, in a team, and with all levels of the organization required.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and take initiative required.
• Demonstrate knowledge of safety-related work behaviors to ensure a safe work environment.
• Competent in using a computer keyboard, email, Imagecast and PACS or similar applications.
DAILY PHYSICAL DEMANDS REQUIRED FOR PERFORMING ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
OF THE JOB:
Requires a moderate amount of sitting, standing, walking, reaching, gripping, twisting, turning and repetitive motion; some bending, kneeling, squatting, stooping and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to operate a keyboard, telephone and other office equipment. Ability to assist patients to walk, sit, stand and move to and from the exam table, wheelchair and/or Hoyer lift.
ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS:
• High-Potential exposure to communicable diseases, blood products, bodily fluids and/or hazardous materials common to a radiology setting.
• High-Potential exposure to ionizing radiation exams rooms and/or involved in the use of ionizing radiation common to a radiology setting.
Skills Required
- RT (R) (CT) certification within one year of employment
- CPR certification
- Knowledge of basic radiologic principles, procedures, methods, and techniques
- Knowledge of anatomy and physiology
- Excellent patient care, problem-solving, organizational, communication, and technical skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team with all organizational levels
- Ability to prioritize tasks and take initiative
- Knowledge of safety-related work behaviors
- Competency with computer keyboard, email, Imagecast, and PACS or similar applications
- Three to six months of general X-ray experience
- Six to twelve months of CT experience
- IV and power contrast injector experience
What We Do
Midwest Radiology is one of the largest independently owned professional radiology practices in the United States. Formed in 2019 through the combination of St. Paul Radiology and Suburban Radiologic Consultants, the company provides comprehensive, subspecialized imaging services to hospitals, clinics, and care centers across the Midwest and operates a network of outpatient imaging centers in the Twin Cities.
