Computed Tomography(CT) Technologist

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  • Fairview Health Services
Job Summary
Location
Woodbury ,MN
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
24 Dec 2024
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Job Description

OverviewnnAre you a CT Technologist looking to elevate both your career and your income? We have an industry disrupting opportunity at Fairview with shift enhancements that work for you!nnIf the majority of your allocated shift hours are worked between 3pm – 11pm, your hours worked in this shift will receive an additional $6.00 per hour, on top of your base rate & shift differentials.nnIf the majority of your allocated shift hours are worked between 11pm – 7am, your hours worked in this shift will receive an additional $8.00 per hour, on top of your base rate & shift differentials.nnWhy you'll love this opportunity:nnA unique chance to stack your wages, giving you multiple ways to increase your income!nnF airview Health Services is hiring a CT Technologist to join our CT Scanner department at our M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital location in Woodbury, MN.nnThe CT Technologist functions independently based on the boundaries of professional practice in performing all major work responsibilities. The Technologist provides services to patients and physicians through the creation of high-quality diagnostic imaging, provides quality age-appropriate patient care according to established standards of practice, and works collaboratively with all members of the health care team. The technologist is responsible for performing the responsibilities in accordance with all policy, procedures, and regulatory agency requirements (ARRT).nnSchedule: This position is a casual (0.01FTE). The shift length will typically be 10 hours on the day/evening/night shift. This position will help with the needs of the department.nnAbout FairviewnnFairview Health Services is an industry-leading, award-winning nonprofit that offers an entire network of healthcare services. Fairview is one part of M Health Fairview, a partnership between the University of Minnesota, M Physicians and Fairview Health Services. Together, we combine the University’s deep history of clinical innovation and training with Fairview’s extensive roots in community medicine. Our care portfolio includes community hospitals, academic hospitals, primary and specialty care clinics, senior facilities, facilitated living centers, rehabilitation centers, home health care services, counseling, pharmacies, and benefit management services.nnApply today to join our 34,000+ employees and 5,000+ system providers working to build lasting relationships with the people we serve: our patients, our communities, and each other.nnResponsibilities Job DescriptionnnMaintains and prioritizes work to achieve efficient patient outcomesnnPerforms excellent patient care and examinationsnnIdentifies relevant data from images accuratelynnUses appropriate communication skills to meet patient/family, and other customer needs.nnCommunicates pertinent data clearly to the appropriate health care professionalnnParticipates in crafting a culture of patient safety and demonstrates knowledge of emergency preparednessnnVerify patient identification and documentation and connect with and educate patient regarding pertinent information during all aspects of examnnAchieves quality diagnostic images through accurate patient positioning and use of technical factors according to protocolnnApplies established professional guidelines and standards to complex, routine, and non-routine diagnostic testing proceduresnnEnsures patient data integritynnAdheres to radiologic safety guidelines and diagnostic testing protocols/proceduresnnAccurately documents in compliance with regulatory agency requirements, completes computer functions, edits, scheduling, and billing status changesnnFollows infection control guidelinesnnServes as a resource for other healthcare team members and acts as a resource for problem-solving resolutionnnResponds appropriately to emergent situationsnnCompleted all require continuing education to uphold their imaging licensurennParticipates as an active team membernnParticipates in department/facility process/quality improvement initiativesnnResponsible for personal and professional development to ensure current knowledge required for positionnnCleans and maintains room and suppliesnnProvides coordinated services with customers and care partners to ensure high quality care.nnContributes to a positive work environment.nnCorrectly operates equipment according to accepted standards and guidelinesnnIdentifies and responds to equipment problems to ensure equipment is working accurately.nnMaintains a high level of proficiencynnAccepts new technology as it’s introduced into the facilitynnParticipates in Quality Assurance testing as required by regulatory agencies and/or manufacturer recommendationsnnQualificationsnnRequired:nnCurrent Registration with American Registry Radiologic Technology (ARRT)nnBasic Life Support - from American Red Cross or American Heart Association and current before date of hirennPreferred:nn1 or years of experience in a related rolennAdditional certifications in ImagingnnARRT CT certification or successful completion within 18 monthsnnAdditional Requirements (must be acquired or completed within a period of time):nnUnderstanding of current MN Dept of Health Regulations. Knowledge of quality control and safety standards. Previous ambulatory care experience preferred. Strong interpersonal skills. Due to differences in scope of care, practice or services across settings, the specific experience required for this position may vary.nnEEO StatementnnEEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status