CT Technologist

Job DetailsJob Location: Midwest Radiology Outpatient Imaging Center - MWROI - Roseville, MN 55113Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: RT(R) RequiredSalary Range: $37.53 - $50.76 HourlyThis position is for The Urgency Room in Woodbury for Saturdays and Sundays 7:30a-10:30p.   This is a full time benefit eligible position.   JOB TITLE: Imaging Technologist - CT LOCATION OR DEPARTMENT: Clinic EXEMPT STATUS/GRADE: Non-Exempt/Step Scale REPORTS TO: Clinic Manager or Lead Technologist SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None. SUMMARY OF POSITION: Perform CT exams and procedures according to established protocols to provide quality images and patient care. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Perform CT exams and assist physician in invasive procedures in a timely manner. • Demonstrate efficiency and effectiveness within the department time standards for routine exams. • Obtain patient history, answer questions, and provide the patient with information about the exam and/or procedure so they are comfortable and thoroughly understand it. • Work with the radiologists, referring clinics and/or patients to ensure the appropriate exams, films and medical records are correct and prepared for the exam. • Ensure all necessary paperwork is accurate and complete for the radiologist, referring clinic and the patient’s medical records. • Incorporate company values into daily interactions with internal and external customers. • Other duties may include, but are not limited to, training new employees, stocking and/or ordering department supplies and assisting in other departments. QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS: • RT (R) (CT) required within one year of employment • 3-6 months general x-ray experience preferred. • 6-12 months CT experience preferred. • IV and power contrast injector experience preferred. • CPR certification required. • Knowledge of basic radiologic principles, procedures, methods and techniques required. • Knowledge of anatomy and physiology required. • Excellent patient care, problem solving, organizational, communication and technical skills required. • Ability to work independently, in a team, and with all levels of the organization required. • Ability to prioritize tasks and take initiative required. • Demonstrate knowledge of safety-related work behaviors to ensure a safe work environment. • Competent in using a computer keyboard, email, Imagecast and PACS or similar applications.   DAILY PHYSICAL DEMANDS REQUIRED FOR PERFORMING ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: Requires a moderate amount of sitting, standing, walking, reaching, gripping, twisting, turning and repetitive motion; some bending, kneeling, squatting, stooping and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to operate a keyboard, telephone and other office equipment. Ability to assist patients to walk, sit, stand and move to and from the exam table, wheelchair and/or Hoyer lift.   ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS: • High-Potential exposure to communicable diseases, blood products, bodily fluids and/or hazardous materials common to a radiology setting. • High-Potential exposure to ionizing radiation exams rooms and/or involved in the use of ionizing radiation common to a radiology setting.