Radiologic Technologist / CT Technologist
Description
*Sign-on Bonus & Tuition Assistance Available*
Days and Hours:
- Weekdays - Approx 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, 4 days per week
- Saturday morning (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM) rotation required during weekend On Call Rotation (about once a month)
- On Call rotation required (maximum 30 minute response time)
Job Title: Radiologic Technologist and CT Technologist
Department: Radiology Services
Reports To: Director of Radiology Services
Position Summary: Performs multiple imaging modalities, including X-ray, CT, DEXA, and C-arm fluoroscopy. Must be registered with ARRT and State of Nebraska Licensed. Successfully completed an accredited educational program related to CT or provide/perform documented training of CT proficiency. On the job CT training is available. A Mammography or Ultrasound certification is a plus.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
General imaging
- Practice Radiation Safety and ALARA
- Adjusts imaging equipment settings; determines proper voltage and exposure; positions patients properly.
- Understands and performs Quality Control / Quality Assurance
- Review exams and report results to ordering providers
- Must be registered with ARRT and State of Nebraska Licensed and successfully completed an accredited educational program related to CT or provide/perform documented training of CT proficiency.
X-Ray Examinations
- Performing diagnostic exam that utilize ionizing radiation
CT Scans
- Performs examinations using Computerized Tomography and utilizing contrast media that perform cross-sectional anatomy that produces an image and numerical value to tissue density.
Bone Density Scans (DEXA)
- Measure bone mineral density at a specific at a specific anatomical site and calculate total body bone mineral content
C-Arm and Surgical Procedures
- Operate C-arm during orthopedic cases, pain management procedures, or general surgical procedures as needed
Mammography (a plus!)
- Understand Risk Factors for Breast Cancer and educate patients to perform self-breast exams and promote awareness through various types of education
- Understand ACR/MQSA requirements for accreditation, compliance and evaluation. Understand screening guideline, patient positioning, safety, ALARA, image quality and documentation, perform QC/QA. Current with CEU’s. Cross training available
Ultrasound Examinations (a plus!)
- Perform US procedures on adult and pediatric patients for the purpose of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiological disorders
- Perform procedures relating to Abdomen, Limited 1st trimester OB and GYN, Breast, Small Parts, and MSK
- Successful completion of an accredited educational program related to Ultrasound and be ARDMS registered or provide/perform documented training of competency of Ultrasound exams