Clinic Radiologic Technologist
About the Role
As our Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech), you will be pivotal in producing diagnostic images that enable Radiologists to accurately diagnose and manage patient conditions. Each day, you will perform a variety of imaging examinations, including X-rays, ultrasound, diagnostic fluoroscopy, CT/CAT scans, and MRIs, while actively contributing to a positive patient experience through direct interaction.
To excel, you must deeply understand diagnostic imaging's critical importance, encompassing expertise in workflow, patient positioning, and capturing precise results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients and their abilities to participate in ordered procedures.
- Provide a clear explanation of the procedure including duration, process, and what to expect following completion.
- Provide patient education as appropriate.
- Obtain patient consent for care and ensure patient confidentiality.
- Select proper equipment, set correct technical factors, procedure protocols, and gather proper supplies prior to performance of the procedure.
- Recognize all radiation safety standards including “Image Gently” and “Image Wisely”.
- Understand and follow all rules around radiation protection, including wearing lead protection when there is a possibility of exposure.
- Obtain clear and complete history from the patient and/or patient record and record that data into the patient record to assist in image interpretation and future patient encounters.
- Perform quality assessment of images obtained and evaluate equipment issues, escalating concerns as indicated.
Requirements
- Graduate of a Radiologic Technology program (required upon hire).
- Registered Technologist Radiography (ARRT) (required upon hire).
- Basic Life Support - CPR (required upon hire).
- Medical Radiographer license in Nebraska (required upon hire).
Where You'll Work
From primary to specialty care, as well as walk-in and virtual services, CHI Health Clinic delivers more options and better access so you can spend time on what matters: being healthy. We offer more than 20 specialties and 100 convenient locations, with some clinics offering extended hours.
Pay
$24.27 - $36.10 per hour.