Radiology Technologist or Radiology Technologist, Senior; Nights

Hennepin Healthcare has a current opening for a Radiology Technologist or a Senior Radiology Technologist in our Radiology department. This part‑time (0.8 FTE) night position works Monday through Thursday from 11:00pm to 7:30am, includes a $5.00 per hour shift differential, and offers a $10,000 sign‑on bonus for eligible external candidates. Under the direction of the area supervisor or lead technologist, the selected candidate will perform imaging exams, provide patient care, and ensure quality radiographic images.

• Perform general radiographic and fluoroscopic exams as applicable.
• Adequately prepare the room for procedures.
• Review and verify exam requests to ensure the correct exam is ordered for the correct patient.
• Interview patients and review available clinical data from charts to alert nurses and/or physicians to possible contraindications for procedure (labs, allergies, etc.).
• Ensure patients receive the same level of care as provided on the patient’s unit.
• Explain exam procedure to patient and family members who are present.
• Prepare and administer oral and/or IV contrast per department protocols.
• Demonstrate correct anatomic positioning and exposure factors relating to area‑specific exams.
• Follow ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principle.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and effects of disease processes.
• Evaluate images, recognize normal versus abnormal anatomy, and notify the appropriate Radiologist as needed; take appropriate action to address image quality issues.
• Consistently perform quality exams and ensure that department protocols are followed (positioning protocols, etc.).
• Utilize the image management system; acquire, format, manipulate, archive, and print images from the PACS system.
• Accurately report total number of images taken and the number and reason for repeat radiographs.
• Assist physicians and residents as required with radiology exams/procedures.
• Utilize EPIC system appropriately (orders, scheduling documentation, and billing).
• Implement downtime procedures (manual operations) when computer systems or equipment fail.
• Instruct new staff and students in imaging procedures and techniques.
• Evaluate and complete competency test‑outs on students; provide ongoing feedback to the Student Coordinator about any issues.
• Assist with education and training of medical staff (Radiology Residents, Fellows, etc.).
• Maintain equipment and room in proper working condition and troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment; report malfunctions and necessary repairs to proper personnel as soon as the issue is recognized.
• Respect and use equipment appropriately; take ownership and report incidents involving oneself and the equipment when they happen.
• Perform various clerical duties.
• Perform quality control procedures.
• Demonstrate and promote a healthy work environment and good teamwork; make suggestions for improvements.
• Assist in organizing workflow utilizing available staff and rooms.
• Assist in coordinating and participate in departmental continuing education in‑services.
• Provide peer feedback for staff performance evaluations.
• Complete additional duties/projects as assigned.
• Follow 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).
• Maintain minimum CEU credits as mandated by the ARRT.
• Possess current CPR certification or obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Preferred:
  Confident, excellent communication skills, 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).
• Maintain minimum CEU credits as mandated by the ARRT.
• Possess current CPR certification or obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Two years’ experience in Radiology as a Radiology Technologist.
• Preferred:
  Confident, excellent communication skills, ability to work independently and self‑motivated.