Radiological Technologist and Ultrasound Technician

Kearney County Health Services•Minden, NE

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs multiple imaging modalities, including X-ray, CT, DEXA, and C-arm fluoroscopy, in addition to ultrasound/sonography examinations (prior ultrasound education or certification preferred).

Requirements

Licensed in the State of Nebraska as a Medical Radiographer
ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist) certification
ARDMS registered (preferred)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively to maintain good working relationships with staff, healthcare providers, and patients
Must be capable of communicating clearly (reading, writing and speaking) in the English Language
Must be comfortable and proficient operating and documenting within an EMR, extracting chart exam information, submitting charges, and utilizing communication systems
Must be 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).
Also must have the 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)

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.
Performing diagnostic exam that utilize ionizing radiation
Performs examinations using Computerized Tomography and utilizing contrast media that perform cross-sectional anatomy that produces an image and numerical value to tissue density.
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
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