Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

October 11, 2024

Department:

31006101 CAT Scan

Shift:

Permanent Nights (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

28

Union Contract:

SEIU-5-Abbott Northwestern Technical

Weekend Rotation:

Every Other

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

• 0.7 FTE (56 hours per 2-week pay period)
• 8-hour permanent night shifts
• Every Other weekend
• On call duties required

Job Description:

Performs and assists with procedures in Computerized Tomography (CT) scanning under the direction of the radiologist, providing timely and quality services to patients. Follows Imaging Department policies to maintain a safe, efficient and economical environment. Interacts with patients to welcome, explain and respond to questions and concerns during and following the procedure.

Principle Responsibilities

• Completes procedures in compliance with physician orders and department guidelines
  • Identifies patient with two identifiers.
  • Documents accurately all needed aspects of the procedure.
  • Observes and communicates with patient, responding to needs.
  • Maintains safe patient environment in procedure area.
• Performs procedures with high degree of accuracy
  • Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of all diagnostic equipment.
  • Maintains work knowledge and competence.
  • Gathers all relevant information to assist in interpretation of images.
  • Verifies all imaging has appropriately transferred to imaging storage and retrieval system.
• Provides accurate clerical function
  • Uses Excellian (electronic medical record).
  • Understands the Enterprise Medical Imaging/Picture Archiving and Communication System.
  • Ensures all documentation is complete post procedure.
• Communicates with Supervisor and team
  • Reporting problems, issues or ideas.
  • Provides assistance, ideas, information to support the work of others.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of Accredited School of Radiologic Technology

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Registration in American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• 1 year of cardiac CT experience preferred for applicants to Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute locations

Licenses/Certifications

• Registered Technologist - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required
• BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Allina in-house BLS training required by completion of orientation or within 90 days of hire, whichever comes first

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*:
• Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently