Lincoln, NE
Full Time
CT/MRI Technologist - Full Time
January 9, 2025
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The CT/MRI Technologist performs prescribed magnetic resonance imaging and computerized tomography procedures following established policies, procedures and protocols for diagnostic and evaluation purposes. The technologist must work independently or with a team of other professionals that include other technologists, nurses, and radiologists to deliver outstanding diagnostic imaging service.
Essential Duties
- Performs full range of magnetic resonance imaging and computerized tomography exams on patients of all ages.
- Exhibits a high degree of courtesy, tact, and poise when interacting with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
- Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to radiology practice including confidentiality of all patient and work information.
- Obtains accurate histories and ensures patient medical records are complete and accurate.
- Exhibits compassion while interacting with patient and families, explaining procedure and positioning thoroughly and answering any questions as appropriate.
- Assures the safety of the MRI environment. Protects patients and staff from potential harm by ensuring all individuals entering the area of magnet field influence are screened and only non-ferrous objects are taken into the MRI scan room.
- Researches implantable medical devices as appropriate for contraindication to MRI.
- Implements radiation protection and safety standards to minimize radiation exposure to staff and patients; applies safety principles as identified by established policy.
- Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
- Determines the need for and selects supplies, accessory equipment, shielding, and positioning and immobilization devices.
- Positions patient for appropriate view, making patient as comfortable as possible for test being performed; adjusts equipment to produce high-quality images.
- Prepares/presents images with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation.
- Performs daily quality control of equipment and other quality assurance/quality control activities as required. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate staff to maintain equipment performance.
- Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.
- Participates in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies/practices.
- Maintains knowledge of American College of Radiology certification and accreditation requirement.
- Adjusts to fluctuating peaks in patient flow and other operational demands while maintaining quality.
- May assist other areas of Radiology and perform other duties or special projects as assigned by management.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Complete understanding of MR methodology and equipment.
- Understands radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation exposure to staff and patients
- Ability to effectively contribute as a team member promoting cooperation, collaboration and flexibility in working with others to achieve quality patient care
- Ability to take initiative, be self-motivated and an independent, accountable, dependable performer
- Strong communication skills with demonstrated ability to express ideas and technical information clearly and concisely in a manner appropriate to the audience
- Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate calmly, compassionately and professionally with patients and families
- Ability to be accountable for quality customer service and respond appropriately to a variety of personalities and situations
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, security and standards of ethics with all information
- Comply with all state/federal regulations (including HIPAA), company policies, standards and health & safety rules
- Demonstrates critical thinking, problem analysis and problem resolution skills
- Effective planning, organization and detail-oriented skills
- Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
- Ability to set priorities, be flexible and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work effectively in a high volume, fast-paced environment
- Capability to perform on-call, shift, holiday and weekends when required
- Ability to effectively utilize department computer systems, EMR, PACS and HIS systems to review and provide accurate documentation of studies
- Computer proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Regularly and consistently demonstrates commitment to organization values
Certifications & Licensure
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
- Nebraska State Certified Radiologic Technologist
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in CT and or MRI credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months of hire date
- Must maintain continuing education requirements for certification(s)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Education & Experience
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
- Nebraska State Certified Radiologic Technologist
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in CT and or MRI credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months of hire date
- Must maintain continuing education requirements for certification(s)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)