Radiologic Technologist / CT Technologist

Kearney County Health Services•Minden, NE

10h•$25 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Performs multiple imaging modalities, including X-ray, CT, DEXA, and C-arm fluoroscopy. The technologist must be registered with ARRT and licensed in the State of Nebraska. The position requires successful completion of an accredited educational program related to CT or documented training demonstrating CT proficiency; on-the-job CT training is available. Mammography or Ultrasound certification is a plus, and cross-training is available. The role performs diagnostic imaging and related duties across general imaging, X-ray, CT, bone density, and surgical procedures. Mammography and Ultrasound procedures may also be performed by qualified staff. The position reports to the Director of Radiology Services.

Requirements

Licensed in the State of Nebraska as a Medical Radiographer.
ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS).
Successfully complete an accredited educational program related to CT or provide documented training demonstrating CT proficiency.
Communicate and work cooperatively and effectively with staff, healthcare providers, and patients.
Read, write, and speak clearly in English.
Be proficient in operating a personal computer, Microsoft Office, and the Internet.
Be capable of reading and comprehending complex healthcare laws and regulations.
Participate in on-call rotations, including at least one weekday rotation and weekend rotations (every 5 weekends); be able to report on site within 30 minutes for call-backs, preferably sooner.

Nice To Haves

Mammography certification or experience.
Ultrasound certification or experience.
For ultrasound duties, successful completion of an accredited ultrasound educational program and ARDMS registration, or documented training demonstrating competency in ultrasound exams.

Responsibilities

Perform imaging across multiple modalities, including X-ray, CT, DEXA, and C-arm fluoroscopy.
Practice radiation safety and ALARA.
Adjust imaging equipment settings, determine appropriate voltage and exposure, and position patients properly.
Perform Quality Control and Quality Assurance.
Review examinations and report results to ordering providers.
Perform diagnostic X-ray examinations using ionizing radiation.
Perform CT examinations using computerized tomography and contrast media to produce cross-sectional images and numerical values of tissue density.
Measure bone mineral density at a specific anatomical site and calculate total body bone mineral content using DEXA.
Operate C-arm equipment during orthopedic cases, pain management procedures, and general surgical procedures as needed.
If performing mammography, understand breast cancer risk factors and educate patients about self-breast exams and awareness; follow ACR/MQSA requirements, screening guidelines, patient positioning, safety, ALARA, image quality, documentation, and QC/QA; maintain current CEUs.
If performing ultrasound, conduct procedures on adult and pediatric patients for diagnosis or treatment of anatomic and physiological disorders, including abdomen, limited first-trimester OB and GYN, breast, small parts, and MSK procedures.
Participate in weekday and weekend on-call rotations and respond on site to call-backs within 30 minutes.