Department/Position Details/Duties:

• Analyzing and position the patient to image the required anatomy optimal results.
• Entering the proper technical parameters into the x-ray and C-arm generating systems to provide the optimum image.
• Interacting with the patient to address their concerns and obtain verbal permission to perform their examination.
• Providing a high level of verbal communication to calm and reassure the emotional needs of the patient for the benefit of the patient and the hospital with respect to patient care.
• Assessing patients in order to determine their abilities to comply with the physical requirements of the examination to minimize patient or examination problems.
• Responsible for the accurate and safe operation of radiation emitting equipment by following established radiation safety procedures under order to protect the patient and staff from unnecessary radiation exposure.
• Maintaining the various supplies in the rooms by using good organizational skills to provide efficient and effective departmental operations.

Position Requirements:

Education:

• Graduate of an A.M.A. approved radiologic technology school.
• ARRT registered.
• Nebraska license (or license eligible) for Medical Radiographer.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years hospital and surgery experience preferred, but not required.
• Managing and interacting with patients and families of all age groups.
• Working in a fast-paced environment.

Physical:

• This position is classified as Medium Work in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, requiring the exertion of up to 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and /or 10 to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Must be able to pass background check. We also conduct pre-employment physical and drug testing. Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical with a drug screen, background check and obtaining active licensures per job requirements.