Radiologic Technologist / Ultrasound Technician

Kearney County Health Services•Minden, NE

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs multiple imaging modalities, including X-ray, CT, DEXA, and C-arm fluoroscopy, in addition to ultrasound/sonography examinations. The role involves practicing radiation safety and ALARA, adjusting imaging equipment settings, determining proper voltage and exposure, and positioning patients properly. The technician will review exams and report results to ordering providers. Specific duties include performing diagnostic X-ray examinations, CT scans utilizing contrast media, ultrasound procedures on adult and pediatric patients for diagnosis and/or treatment (including Abdomen, Limited 1st trimester OB and GYN, Breast, Small Parts, and MSK), bone density scans (DEXA), and operating a C-arm during surgical procedures.

Requirements

Licensed in the State of Nebraska as a Medical Radiographer
ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist) certification
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively to maintain good working relationships with staff, healthcare providers, and patients
Capable of communicating clearly (reading, writing and speaking) in the English Language
Comfortable and proficient operating and documenting within an EMR, extracting chart exam information, submitting charges, and utilizing communication systems
Capable of reading and comprehending complex healthcare laws and regulations
Must take On Call rotation at minimum one weekday and weekend rotations (every 5-6 weekends).
Ability to report on site within 30 minutes for Call Backs, preferably sooner.

Nice To Haves

Prior ultrasound education or certification preferred.
ARDMS registered (preferred)
Successful completion of an accredited educational program related to Ultrasound and be ARDMS registered or provide/perform documented training of competency of Ultrasound exams.

Responsibilities

Perform multiple imaging modalities, including X-ray, CT, DEXA, and C-arm fluoroscopy.
Perform ultrasound/sonography examinations.
Practice Radiation Safety and ALARA.
Adjust imaging equipment settings; determine proper voltage and exposure; position patients properly.
Understand and perform Quality Control / Quality Assurance.
Review exams and report results to ordering providers.
Perform diagnostic exam that utilize ionizing radiation.
Perform examinations using Computerized Tomography and utilizing contrast media.
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.
Measure bone mineral density at a specific at a specific anatomical site and calculate total body bone mineral content.
Operate C-arm during orthopedic cases, pain management procedures, or general surgical procedures as needed.