Radiologic Technologist - Twin Cities Orthopedics

This is a part-time (.7 FTE) role at our Eagan Orthopedic Surgery Center, with shift times varying within OR operative hours (6:00 AM - 5:00 PM), Monday through Friday. Schedule consists of a rotation of 3 and 4 eight-hour shifts per week.

About the role

Provide excellent service to patients while performing quality x-rays per physician’s orders in an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) setting. Twin Cities Orthopedics is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices owned and led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Perform and develop quality x-rays on designated portions of the body for physician’s use in diagnosing and treating illness or injury.
• Inform and prepare patients for procedure.
• Maintain Radiology files, including internal and external films.
• Prepare, clean, and stock work area with supplies.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair.
• Maintain the necessary precautions for excessive exposure to radiation.
• Supply patients with x-rays as requested by surgeon.
• Prioritize and provide care based on the individualized plan of care, flexible with staffing needs and assigned duties of the surgery center.
• Provide care and supplies based on identified needs and in a timely, efficient, and safe manner.
• Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of special needs for various age groups including child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric when providing perioperative experience and for multispecialty procedures.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to maximize patient outcomes and ensure a smooth flow of the surgical experience.
• Apply principles of aseptic technique, standard, and transmission precautions.
• Perform activities in a timely manner to avoid delays within the department. Seek assistance with assignments as needed.
• Follow proper channels of communication and inform department managers of unit activity, patient condition, and personnel concerns.
• Report occurrences through the center’s established reporting process related to employee and/or patient/visitor events.
• Foster the developmental and educational process of self, colleagues, orientees, and students (includes functioning as a preceptor).
• Participate in acceptable continuing education, fostering career and skill development including meeting departmental continuing education requirements.
• Assist in managing controllable costs by the proper, non-wasteful use of Surgery Center resources.
• Perform any and all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an ARRT-approved Radiologic Technology Program.
• Current ARRT Certification in radiology required.
• Previous radiology experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification or completed upon hire.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, practices, and business ethics guidelines.
• Complete job-required training.
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations (e.g., HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws).
• Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance.
• Work in the clinic, office, or surgery center during business hours.
• Travel independently throughout the clinic, office, or surgery center (may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending, lifting, standing, stooping, or sitting for long periods of time may be required.
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds with occasional lifting and moving of a maximum of 50 pounds may be required.
• Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately, and meet deadlines.
• Communicate and interact in a respectful and professional manner.
• Prioritize workload while being flexible to meet the expectations of daily operations.
• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Understand and execute a variety of instructions.
• Effectively operate equipment and communicate on and operate the phone system.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Travel to other work locations, if required.

Working Conditions

• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds independently and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, and move continuously throughout the shift.
• Must be able to frequently perform physical activities such as pushing, pulling, and reaching.
• Visual acuity to read electronic and paper documents.
• Auditory ability to participate in phone or video calls clearly.
• Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment (e.g., computer, phone, printer).

Pay

Actual starting pay will vary based on education, skills, and experience. The pay range displayed reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated for employees working less than a full-time schedule. A $4,500.00 sign-on bonus will be offered, payable on the first paycheck with a 12-month commitment. Internal applicants are not eligible for the sign-on bonus.

Benefits

• Employees working 30+ hours per week (60 hours per pay period) are eligible for Medical (with Maternity Bundle), Dental, and Vision plans, as well as Tuition Reimbursement.
• All employees, regardless of hours, are eligible for 401(k) with Profit Sharing, Employee Assistance Program, Lifetime Fitness Subsidy, Car Rental discounts, Home, Auto, and Pet insurance savings programs, and more.