Radiology and Mammography Technologist Casual

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Casual position - Employees must pick up at least one shift per month.

Richfield Clinic will be home base -Will require some floating to other SW Region sites to include Clinics and Urgent Care.

• 8, 10 and 12-hour shifts available
• Weekend shifts are not required - are available for pick up if candidates are interested

Job Description:

Performs diagnostic radiological imaging, including mammography and/or DEXA scanning as directed by providers or radiologist, providing timely and quality service 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. Individuals in this role will work in an outpatient clinic setting.

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
  • Reports problems, issues or ideas.
  • Provides assistance, ideas and information to support the work of others.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Vocational or Technical Training graduate of School of Radiologic Technology
• 0 to 2 years prior radiology and mammogram experience

Licenses/Certifications

• Registered Technologist - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required registered ARRT, current Mammography certification or willing to obtain in 30 days upon hire
• Registered Technologist - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required registered in Mammography within 1 Year
• BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Multisource required upon hire

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