What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist - Surgery position at Reno Orthopedic Center?
Do you have a Radiologic Technologist license? Love the hustle and bustle of a busy clinic? Join ROC as a Radiologic Technologist! This position will remain posted until filled.
You would take images as requested by the provider to help with the patient's treatment and surgery. Without the image, the provider may not have enough information to proceed, so your role is literally make or break! At ROC, we know who we and what we stand for; we do our jobs efficiently and effectively. Imaging excellence is top of the list of our priorities, shown in our state of the art equipment and technology. Develop strong relationships with fellow healthcare professionals and providers.
ROC is expanding with two more operating suites opening in 2025. Join our team to be part of the growth and excitement!
What would you do as a Radiologic Technologist?
The Radiologic Technologist is responsible for obtaining high quality images as requested from medical professionals for use in the development of patient treatment plans, in a manner that places emphasis on quality patient care. You can expect to regularly:
- Operate radiologic equipment to produce radiographic images of patients’ specific body parts as requested by medical professionals, including using C-arm and fluoroscopy imaging;
- Adjust equipment and determine proper voltage, current, desired exposure time and distance for optimal images;
- Screen patients for radiologic imaging safety, explain the process and address patient concerns prior to performing scanning;
- Position patients for images using immobilization and protective equipment, including immobilizing patient, removing braces, splints or bandages and positioning lead shields, to comply with government regulations and ensure patient and staff safety;
- Evaluate images for technical quality;
- Document imaging performed, appropriate charges and other necessary information in patients’ electronic medical records and Patient Archive Communication System (PACS);
- Maintain quality control measures in accordance with American College of Radiology guidelines;
- Follow quality assurance guidelines including positioning, markers, demographics, and coning to ensure optimal images before releasing image to physician;
- Prepare radiology department daily including cleaning, stocking, and sanitizing work areas and equipment;
- Provide customer service and patient care, maintain confidentiality, and abide by HIPAA requirements;
- Remain calm in high-stress environments;
- Maintain regular attendance and punctuality to minimize impacts to clinic staffing schedules.
- Certifications/Education
- High School Diploma or GED;
- Radiologic Technologist Certification through American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT);
- Current Nevada State Radiologic Technologist license;
- Knowledge of:
- Radiology safety procedures and protocols;
- HIPAA and OSHA regulations/procedures;
- Experience:
- Using computer systems and applications;
- Communicating effectively with patients, physicians, and other medical staff.
Preferred Qualifications - How can you set yourself apart from other applicants?
- One or more years of experience working as a radiologic technologist;
- Experience using radiology software.
This position operates in a clinical environment. Exposure to communicable diseases, biohazards, toxic substances, and similar conditions are possible.
Schedule: May include nights and weekends (Saturday); schedule is based on manager discretion.
Travel: This position may require travel to other clinic locations based on manager discretion.
Check out our home page by clicking on “View all jobs” to explore the many benefits ROC provides to employees! This position is eligible for our full benefits package along with incentive pay, student loan repayment, and relocation assistance. This position will work 40 hours a week.
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