CT/Diagnostic Tech Advanced - Full Time - Days

Nebraska Methodist Hospital•Omaha, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The CT/Diagnostic Tech Advanced produces images of the human body for medical diagnostic purposes and performs diagnostic and computed tomography (CT) imaging examinations. The position is located at Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, 17500 Burke St., Omaha, Nebraska. Work hours fall between 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., with the schedule determined at interview. Holiday coverage is on call from 8 a.m. to noon, and the employee rotates on weekends every third weekend from 8 a.m. to noon. The role provides patient-focused imaging care, performs exams and assists with procedures, and supports safe, efficient department operations. It includes using radiology information and imaging systems, maintaining quality and safety standards, collaborating with coworkers and other departments, and providing clinical instruction to students.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved American Medical Association School of Radiologic Technology.
Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography (R).
Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Computed Tomography (CT); CT board-eligible technologists who have completed clinical training may be considered, with the registry required within 12 months of hire.
New technologists who need clinical training to become CT board eligible may be considered, with advanced board certification required within 12 months after completing clinical training.
Current Medical Radiographer license for the state of work.
Strong interpersonal skills to communicate and interact effectively with patients, family members, hospital personnel, and coworkers.
Analytical skills to compute exposure factors and ability to perform numerous tasks at once.
Ability to work with pediatric patients.
Strong knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy for CT exams and abnormalities in exams.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in CT or graduation from an approved CT/MRI program.
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at hire; certification is required within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

Provide care that supports an optimal patient experience, communicating with empathy, compassion, and respect and listening actively.
Provide appropriate, age-specific patient care and ensure patient comfort and understanding of the ordered examination.
Perform imaging examinations safely and competently, including completing a time-out before procedures begin.
Assist surgeons and radiologists with surgery and special procedures, help set up procedure rooms, and respond to pages in a timely manner.
Direct radiographic equipment to ensure optimal visualization of anatomy.
Use RIS, Cerner, Navicare, PACS, Outlook, the intranet, and Powerscribe; ensure Powerchart is available to the performing physician before the case starts.
Enter orders, select correct exams and indications, match digital images to RIS orders, start and complete exams, use Exam Management and Powerscribe, and document medications and allergies.
Maintain appropriate supply levels and communicate supply needs to ordering personnel.
Verify patient identity, identify anatomical orientation on films, and clean and disinfect equipment after each case.
Maintain positive relationships with team members, support department direction and workflow, communicate and coordinate with pertinent areas, and assist coworkers and other areas as needed.
Be available at the start of the scheduled shift and manage completion of the shift appropriately; perform assigned duties and assist with department workflow.
Provide and monitor on-the-job training in accordance with Methodist College standards and maintain professional relationships with students and instructors.
Follow department policies and procedures and demonstrate MHS and Imaging Behavior Standards.