Student Radiology Technologist - Part - Time

Nebraska Orthopaedic Center•Lincoln, NE

10d•Onsite

About The Position

We always strive to make your experience at Nebraska Orthopaedic Center a friendly, comfortable, and positive one. We want you to feel you received the same high-quality care we would offer a member of your own family. At NOC, we strive to be your healing destination. Our physicians have trained among some of the top medical experts and training facilities in the nation. We place a great deal of value on each and every opportunity we have to assist patients to regain the quality of life they deserve. Our commitment to the University of Nebraska Athletic Department (Husker Team Physicians), area high schools and recreational athletes shows our motivation to minimize an athlete’s downtime so they can compete to the best of their ability.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Has completed 1 year of a qualified radiography program and is good standing.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform x-ray testing including body mechanics and patient movement.
Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.
Knowledge of standard sterile technique for an OR room and c-arm unit.
Skill in positioning patients properly.
Skill in identifying equipment problems and notifying proper individuals.
Skill in working with computers and IT issues.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, physicians, patients and families.
Temporary medical radiography license is required.

Responsibilities

Prepares patients for radiologic procedures by providing verbal and written instructions and assists patients in positioning body parts to be radiographed.
Determines length and intensity for radiation exposure by adjusting equipment on individual patient basis.
Follows prescribed safety standards in operating radiological equipment.
Uses a variety of radiation protection and shielding materials.
Examines radiological images for properties such as density and contrast, definition, magnification, and distortion.
Maintains x-ray rooms; stocks necessary medical and radiological supplies.
Cleans and makes minor adjustments to radiological equipment.
Maintains patient confidentiality and follows HIPAA Guidelines.
Monitors all imaging storage in PACS system and permanent storage.
Facilitates all clerical duties and record administration regarding x-ray imaging and reports.