Radiologic Tech - Gretna Urgent Care - Part Time

CO800 Methodist Physicians Clinic; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a Radiologic Technologist for an Urgent Care Clinic in Gretna. The role performs diagnostic imaging tests in evenings and every other weekend, with a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

The ideal candidate holds ARRT licensure, an appropriate degree, and 1 year of radiology experience. Strong patient interaction, accuracy, and workflow skills are essential in a fast-paced urgent care setting.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Associate degree in Radiologic Technology is required.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• 1 year of radiology experience is preferred.
• Current radiologic license and ARRT certification are required.
• BLS certification is preferred and must be obtained within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients with two identifiers and ensure understanding of the procedure.
• Manage department workflow with minimal supervision and assist staff.
• Use RIS/Cerner to modify orders and document exposures/repeats.
• Demonstrate knowledge of PACS, digital dictation, and image workflow.
• Follow department policies for patient identification and confidentiality.
• Provide on-the-job training and support for students and staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Multitasking ability

Communication with patients

Education

Diploma/Associate degree in Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

RIS/Cerner

PACS

Digital Dictation

Job description

Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System?

At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.

Job Summary

Location: Methodist Physicians Clinic - Gretna Address: 11946 Standing Stone Drive - Gretna, Ne Work Schedule: Evenings: 6pm - 10pm, every other weekend Saturday & Sunday 12PM - 6PM Sign on bonus of $2500.00 Performs diagnostic imaging examinations. The Radiologic Technologist Urgent Care works at an Urgent Care Clinic and works evenings and weekends. Performs accurate and quality radiological tests on patients.

Responsibilities

1. 1. Exam Performance/Quality Identifies each patient by two identifiers and ensures patient understanding of pending procedure. Provides comfort measures and engages patient to obtain optimal cooperation and positioning. Correctly identifies anatomical position with use of initialized lead markers. Critiques each exam for technical and positional accuracy and makes appropriate corrections if necessary. Performs Exams as their priority dictates.
2. 2. Workflow Management Provides management of department workflow with minimal assistance or as needed. Review orders for clinical and demographic consistency and verifies accuracy. Willfully assists physicians, patients, and coworkers as needed during exams. Willingly seeks opportunity to provide patient care, or assist others as needed. Understand and support the direction and workflow of the department. Maintain awareness of ongoing exams and assist co-workers as needed. Provide exam information and status updates to pertinent staff members. Relieves co-workers from procedures/exams as necessary. Be in the department and ready to work at the start of scheduled shift. Have processes set in place to allow for leaving at the end of scheduled shift. Perform radiology reception duties including but not limited to: Answer phones, schedule appointments, enter orders and reminder calls as needed. Perform radiology medical record clerk duties as needed.
3. 3. RIS/Cerner Maintain a working knowledge of system applications. Consistently uses proper system applications for order modification, to document comments and exposures/repeats. Starts and completes own exams correctly and in a timely manner. Show a working knowledge of Order View/Entry capabilities. Consistently uses the Online Worklist to monitor orders and order status.
4. 4. Articulates and/or demonstrates knowledge of systems. Articulates knowledge of Digital Dictation System. Demonstrates working knowledge of PACS (picture archiving and communication system). Identifies and resolves image exceptions as needed. Provides memo comments as needed for study interpretation.
5. 5. Department Policy/Procedures Ensures proper patient identification on all study images to comply with department policies and procedures. Willingly seeks opportunity to provide patient care or assist others as needed. Shows knowledge of department guidelines through responsible behavior/actions. Report issues/concerns to supervisor as soon as possible and provide assistance with resolution/follow-up.
6. 6. Clinical Enrichment Provides and monitors “on the job training” per Methodist College Standards. Maintains professional and courteous relationship with students and instructors. Provide leadership and guidance for students' education clinical experience.
7. 7. Confidentiality Maintains patient confidentiality coinciding with HIPAA. Maintain student/co-worker confidentiality coinciding with FERPA.
8. 8. Provides appropriate care specific to the age of the patient to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the “Age Specific Criteria”. Successfully completes annual Age Specific Competency Quiz.

Schedule

Work Schedule: Evenings: 6pm - 10pm, every other weekend Saturday & Sunday 12pm - 6pm Sign on bonus of $2500.00

Job Description

Job Requirements Education Diploma/Associate degree from approved American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (AART) School of Radiology Technology required. Bachelor degree from approved American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (AART) School of Radiology Technology preferred. Experience 1 year of experience in Radiology is preferred. License/Certifications Current and maintained Medical Radiographer license for work state (RAD.NE or RAD.IA) required. Registered or Board eligible in Radiography (R) through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required. Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate and interact with patients and family members as well as providers and coworkers. Must have analytical skills necessary to manage exposure factors and the ability to perform numerous tasks at once. Physical Requirements Weight Demands Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Climbing Crawling Kneeling Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Balancing Carrying Crouching Distinguish colors Grasping Keyboarding/typing Lifting Pulling/Pushing Repetitive Motions Sitting Stooping/bending Twisting Constantly Performed (67%-100%): Hearing Reaching Seeing/Visual Speaking/talking Standing Walking Job Hazards Not Related: Explosives (pressurized gas) Electrical Shock/Static Rare (1-33%): - Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) Occasionally (34%-66%): Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) Frequent (67%-100%): Biological agents (primary air born & blood borne viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF). Equipment/Machinery/Tools Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-Ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc). Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means). Mechanical moving parts/vibrations.

About Methodist

Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.

Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Aff…? At Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and the people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. If you join our organization, you will have the opportunity to excel in your field, use the latest technologies, learn from the best and work as a team. You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference through The Meaning of Care.

At Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and the people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. If you join our organization, you will have the opportunity to excel in your field, use the latest technologies, learn from the best and work as a team. You’ll have the opportunity to make a difference through The Meaning of Care.