Diagnostic Imaging Technologist

Overview

Fairview Health Services is hiring a X-ray Technologist to join our Radiology department at our M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital location in Edina, MN.

The X-ray 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.

Schedule: This casual position will help out for the needs of the department.

About Fairview

Fairview Southdale Hospital offers care to people living and working in the southwest Twin Cities metro area. With more than 40 specialty services, we combine talents to balance innovative technologies and treatments with the art of medicine. Working together, we respectfully address the comprehensive needs of our patients and their families. Southdale offers 24/7 Imaging services to Inpatient Units and Emergency patients.

Apply 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.

Come join our team!

Responsibilities/Job Description

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.

Maintains patient care

• Performs examinations

• Identifies relevant data from images accurately

• Communicates pertinent data clearly to the appropriate health care professional

• Participates in creating a culture of patient safety o Demonstrates knowledge of emergency preparedness

• Verify patient identification and documentation

• Connect with and educate patient regarding pertinent information during all aspects of exam

• Achieves quality diagnostic images through correct patient positioning and use of technical factors according to protocol

Ensures patient data integrity

• Accurately completes computer functions; edits, scheduling, billing, status changes and image transfers in a timely manner

• Accurate image marking and digital image manipulation and archiving

Participates as an active team member

• Orients and mentors new employees and students

• Participates in department/facility process/quality improvement initiatives

• Responsible for personal and professional development to ensure current knowledge required for position

• Cleans and maintains rooms and supplies

• Provides integrated services with customers and care partners to ensure high quality care

• Contributes to a positive work environment

• Maintains a high standard of proficiency and demonstrates personal flexibility to meet staffing and patient needs

Correctly operates equipment according to accepted standards and guidelines

• Identifies and responds to equipment problems to ensure equipment is working properly.

• Maintains a high level of competency

• Accepts new technology as it's introduced into the facility

• Participates in Quality Assurance testing as required by regulatory agencies and/or manufacturer recommendations

Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served

Demonstrates Commitment to Customers, Fairview Employees and Fairview

Qualifications

Required:

• ARRT
• Basic Lifesaving Skills (BLS) from American Red Cross or American Heart Association

Preferred:

• One year of experience