Radiologic Technologist / CT Technologist

Kearney County Health Services•Minden, NE

24d

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist / CT Technologist performs imaging procedures across multiple modalities, including X-ray, CT, DEXA, and C-arm fluoroscopy. The role requires registration with ARRT, licensure in the State of Nebraska, and completion of an accredited CT-related educational program 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 schedule is approximately 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays, four days per week. The position also requires rotating Saturday mornings from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and participation in an on-call rotation, including at least one weekday and weekend rotation (every five weekends). On-call staff must be able to report onsite within 30 minutes for callbacks. The technologist performs diagnostic imaging, applies radiation safety principles and ALARA, adjusts equipment and exposure settings, positions patients, and performs quality control and assurance. Procedures may include diagnostic X-rays, CT scans using contrast media, bone density scans, and C-arm operation during orthopedic, pain management, or general surgical procedures. Mammography and ultrasound procedures may also be performed by qualified staff.

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.
Work cooperatively and communicate effectively with staff, healthcare providers, and patients.
Read, write, and speak English clearly.
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 minimum one weekday rotation and weekend rotations every five weekends.
Be able to report onsite within 30 minutes for callbacks.

Nice To Haves

Mammography certification or experience; cross-training is available.
Ultrasound certification or experience; cross-training is available.
For ultrasound procedures, successful completion of an accredited ultrasound educational program and ARDMS registration, or documented training demonstrating competency in ultrasound exams.

Responsibilities

Perform imaging examinations using X-ray, CT, DEXA, and C-arm fluoroscopy.
Apply radiation safety principles and ALARA.
Adjust imaging equipment settings, determine appropriate voltage and exposure, and position patients properly.
Perform Quality Control and Quality Assurance and report exam 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 specified anatomical sites and calculate total body bone mineral content using DEXA.
Operate the C-arm during orthopedic cases, pain management procedures, and general surgical procedures as needed.
Participate in the required weekday and weekend on-call rotations and respond to callbacks onsite within 30 minutes.
If performing mammography: understand breast cancer risk factors, educate patients about self-exams and awareness, follow ACR/MQSA accreditation and compliance requirements, apply screening guidelines and safety practices, ensure image quality and documentation, perform QC/QA, and maintain current continuing education units.
If performing ultrasound: perform 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 musculoskeletal procedures.