Computed Tomography; CT Technologist II; Weekend Nights

Position: Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist II (Weekend Nights)
Job Description Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist II (Weekend Nights)  (260124)
SUMMARYHennepin Healthcare has a current opening for a Computed Tomography Technologist II in our Computed Tomography department. This part-time (0.6 FTE) position will work every Saturday, and Sunday from 7:00pm to 7:00am. This position includes a $100 per shift bonus, a $5 an hour night shift differential, and a $.90 an hour weekend (Saturday and Sunday) shift differential.
** A $15,000 sign-on bonus is available for eligible external candidates (former employees returning to HHS within one year are ineligible).
** Under the direction of the area supervisor, performs patient care and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients. Performs Computed Tomography exams under the order of a licensed medical practitioner. QUALIFICATIONS
* Follows 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 software
* Reviews 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 patient
* Assesses 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 protocol
* Provides education to patient and family members and assesses understanding
* Provides 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 needed
* Performs venipuncture for contrast administration, evaluates patency of IV access; administers saline flush per protocol pre/post IV contrast administration
* Performs Point-of-Care lab tests for evaluating renal function prior to contrast administration
* Prepares and administers oral and/or IV contrast per department protocols as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
* Ensure 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 policies
* Initiates response to complications and emergencies arising during exams; requests assistance from nurses, providers, and other personnel as needed
* 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
* Handles and secures medications and equipment in accordance with hospital policies
* Utilizes the image management system; acquire, format, manipulate, archives images to the PACS system
* Assists physicians and residents as required with CT-Guided exams/procedures using aseptic technique as needed
* Assists patient with completing informed consent form, after provider has completed informed consent discussion with the patient
* Implements downtime procedures (manual operations) when computer systems or equipment fails
* Instructs new staff and students in CT procedures and techniques
* Performs competency evaluations for new CT personnel
* Assists 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;…