Radiologic Technologist

Bryan College Of Health Sciences; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryan College Of Health Sciences is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic x-ray procedures under physician supervision. The role requires expertise in radiography, fluoroscopy, portable studies, and strict adherence to radiation safety practices.

The successful candidate will position patients, operate x-ray equipment, review histories in HIS/RIS/PACS, and maintain patient confidentiality while delivering high-quality imaging across all age groups.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a school of Radiologic Technology with ARRT certification.
• Nebraska Medical Radiographer license required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred or required by department policy.

Responsibilities

• Performs all types of diagnostic x-ray procedures including radiography, fluoroscopy, portable radiography and portable fluoroscopy.
• Practices radiation safety for patients, staff and self.
• Uses sterile technique as required.
• Optimally demonstrates patient anatomy through proper positioning and selection of technical factors.
• Operates diagnostic x-ray equipment and supports systems (HIS, RIS, Scheduling System, PACS) and provides accurate documentation of studies.
• Cares for and images patients of all ages while maintaining confidentiality.
• Coordinates exams and communicates with medical staff to ensure quality patient care.
• Handles scheduling inquiries and questions with courtesy and accuracy.
• Cleans and disinfects equipment; notifies when service is needed and maintains supplies.
• Accesses and administers drugs and biologicals pertinent to essential job functions per Medical Center procedures.

Skills

Diagnostic X-ray procedures

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

Communication

Education

ARRT certification

Nebraska radiographer license

Tools

HIS

RIS

PACS

Job description

Summary

The Radiologic Technologist performs diagnostic x-ray procedures under the supervision of a qualified physician. Uses x-ray technology and techniques to assist in the diagnosis of patient medical problems for patients throughout the age continuum.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Radiologic Technologist performs diagnostic x-ray procedures under the supervision of a qualified physician. Uses x-ray technology and techniques to assist in the diagnosis of patient medical problems for patients throughout the age continuum.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.


• Performs all types of diagnostic x-ray procedures to include radiography, fluoroscopy, portable diagnostic and portable fluoroscopy; practices radiation safety for patients, staff and self.


• Uses sterile technique as required.


• Optimally demonstrates patient anatomy through proper positioning and selection of technical factors.


• Competently operates all diagnostic x-ray equipment and support systems to include HIS, RIS, Scheduling System, PACS and offsite Radiologist Services


• Utilizes department computer systems,PACS, to review patient history and provide accurate documentation of studies.


• Properly cares for and images patients of all ages; maintains patient confidentiality.


• Coordinates exams within the department and with other departments to provide expedient and complete care; demonstrates flexibility in scheduling and proper communication with medical staff, coworkers, patients, families, and other hospital staff to assure quality patient care.


• Handles telephone calls for scheduling, coordination, or questionswith courtesy and accuracy.


• Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment as necessary; notifies coordinator of equipment problems and calls appropriate service vendors as needed.


• Keeps area properly supplied.


• Accesses and administers drugs and biologicals that are pertinent to essential job functions in accordance with Medical Center procedures.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduate of a school of Radiologic Technology with current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required. Valid State of Nebraska Medical Radiographer license required.

OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.