Surgery Radiology Technologist - (Oakview) (Casual/PRN)

OrthoNebraska•Oakview, MO

About The Position

The Surgery Radiology Technologist works in a fast-paced, high-volume operating room, collaborating with OR teams and physicians to obtain operative and C-arm fluoroscopic images during sterile procedures and surgeries. The role performs diagnostic portable X-ray and fluoroscopic exams, supports image interpretation by a supervising physician, and works directly with surgeons to optimize positioning and image quality while maintaining the sterile field. The schedule is variable and as needed (0 hours listed). Evening and weekend on-call duty is required on a rotating basis. Candidates must graduate from an A.M.A.-approved radiologic technology school and hold ARRT (R), a Nebraska state Medical Radiographer license, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. One or more years of hospital surgery experience is preferred. Employment offers are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment physical and drug screen, a background check, and obtaining active licenses required for the job.

Requirements

Graduate of an A.M.A.-approved radiologic technology school.
ARRT (R) certification.
Nebraska state Medical Radiographer license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with patients, physicians, and other team members.
General knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
Knowledge of advanced imaging techniques for acquiring orthopedic and fluoroscopic views.
Ability to perform quality diagnostic and fluoroscopic X-ray exams according to established guidelines.
Ability to pass a background check and successfully complete a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Ability to exert up to 20–50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10–25 pounds constantly to move objects.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of hospital surgery experience.

Responsibilities

Safely and accurately operate radiation-emitting equipment and follow radiation safety protocols to protect patients and staff from unnecessary exposure.
Perform diagnostic portable X-ray and C-arm exams and acquire images for interpretation by a supervising physician.
Adjust technical parameters to provide optimal images.
Assess patients’ ability to comply with required positioning and adjust positioning as needed to complete exams promptly.
Attend and participate in department meetings.
Perform exams independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Perform required safety evaluations of equipment according to established guidelines to detect problems.
Operate large C-arms, mini C-arms, portable X-ray equipment, and 3D C-arms.
Work directly with surgeons during surgical cases to optimize positioning and image quality while maintaining the sterile field.
Be available for rotating evening and weekend on-call coverage.
Perform other duties as assigned.