Interventional Radiology (IR) Technologist I or II

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

SUMMARY

Hennepin Healthcare has a current opening for an Interventional (IR) Radiology Technologist in our Interventional Radiology department. This full-time position will work weekdays and on-call. Under the direction of the area supervisor, performs patient care and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis and treatment of patients.

A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available for eligible external candidates (contract/temporary workers and former employees returning to HHS within one year are ineligible).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs diagnostic radiographic / angiographic imaging and assists with interventional procedures under direct supervision of an interventional practitioner
• Follows ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principle; modifies radiation dose for individual patient's exams in accordance with established age/weight specific protocols (including pediatric techniques and dosing), utilizing dose reduction software
• Reviews and verifies IR exam orders and patient identification in accordance with hospital policy to ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient
• Assesses patient risk via patient interviews and chart review; alerts nurses and/or physicians to possible contraindications for procedure (labs, allergies,etc.)
• Ensures patient is prepared and protocols for pre-medications have been completed (e.g. contrast allergy pre-medication)
• Demonstrates extensive understanding of procurement, storage, utilization, documentation, and billing requirements for catheters, stents, and other supplies / equipment used in Interventional Radiology
• Arranges patient's need for care following procedure (e.g. clinic appointments, return procedure visits, etc) per interventional provider's instruction
• Provides education to patient and family members and assesses understanding
• Provides for the physical and psychological needs of patients during IR exams, including monitoring of patient's oxygen saturation levels when caring for patients with orders for "continuous" O2 sat monitoring; addresses issues according to hospital protocol; assesses patient's level of pain and notifies nurse / provider as needed
• Performs venipuncture for contrast administration, evaluates patency of IV access; administers saline flush per protocol pre/post IV contrast administration
• Performs Point-of-Care lab tests (e.g. ACT, Creatinine).
• Prepares and administers oral and/or IV contrast per department protocols as prescribed by a licensed practitioner
• Ensure personnel caring for patient follow safety procedures (e.g. infection prevention)
• Documents clinical and required regulatory information in patient's electronic chart (e.g. IV documentation, signs / symptoms relevant to exam, contrast administration in MAR); performs order entry / modification / cancelation in accordance with hospital policies
• Initiates response to complications and emergencies arising during exams; requests assistance from nurses, providers, and other personnel as needed
• Demonstrates extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology and effects of disease processes; evaluates images, recognizes normal vs. abnormal anatomy and notifies the appropriate interventional provider as needed
• Handles and secures medications and equipment in accordance with hospital policies
• Utilizes the image management system; acquire, format, manipulate, archives images to the PACS system
• Assists patient with completing informed consent form, after provider has completed informed consent discussion with the patient
• Implements downtime procedures (manual operations) when computer systems or equipment fails
• Instructs new staff and students in IR procedures and techniques
• Performs competency evaluations for new IR personnel
• Assists with education and training of medical staff (Radiology Residents, Fellows, RPA's etc.)
• Maintains equipment and room in proper working condition and trouble-shoots malfunctioning equipment; takes appropriate action to address image quality issues. Performs quality control procedures
• Demonstrates and promotes a healthy work environment and good teamwork; makes suggestions for improvements; demonstrates and promotes patient and family-centered care behaviors
• Assists in organizing work flow utilizing available staff and rooms
• Assists performing exams identified for approved IRB research
• Assists in coordinating and participates in departmental continuing education in-services
• Provides peer feedback for staff performance evaluations
• Performs various clerical duties and completes additional duties/projects as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS - IR TECHNOLOGIST II

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of a formal educational Radiologic Technology program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the ARRT
• Currently certified with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Maintains minimum CEU credits as mandated by the ARRT
• Possess CV or VI certification (ARRT)
• Possess current CPR certification or obtain within 6 months of employment

QUALIFICATIONS - IR TECHNOLOGIST I

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of a formal educational Radiologic Technology program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the ARRT
• Currently certified with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Maintains minimum CEU credits as mandated by the ARRT
• Possess CV or VI certification (ARRT) within 36 months of employment
• Possess current CPR certification or obtain within 6 months of employment

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.