About this opportunity
Nebraska Orthopaedic Hospital lists this Surgery Radiology Technologist - Elkhorn Surgery Center (Full-Time)(7a - 530p)($5,000 Sign-On Bonus) opportunity in elkhorn, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
OrthoNebraska creates the inspired healthcare experience all people deserve by giving people a direct path to personalized care and life-enhancing outcomes. With a focus on safety and people, we set the bar high in providing high-quality care with an unmatched experience. Our team members are critical to our success and growth and are rewarded for their dedication and hard work.
Position Summary
The Radiology Technologist Hospital is our Surgery Radiology Technologist, works in a fast paced and high volume OR setting. Our OR technologists work closely with the OR teams and physicians to obtain operative and c-arm fluoroscopic images during sterile procedures and surgeries.
Hours/Schedule: 40 / Mon / Tue/ Wed / Fri: 7:00am - 5:30pm
Education & Certifications
Graduate of an A.M.A. approved radiologic technology school- required.
ARRT (R)- required.
Nebraska state Medical Radiographer license- required.
Basic Life Support (BLS)- required.
Experience: 1+ years of hospital surgery experience- preferred.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Able to effectively interact and communicate with patients, physicians, and other team members in a collaborative and professional manner. General knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology. Knowledge of advanced imaging techniques to acquire necessary orthopedic and fluoroscopic views. Perform quality diagnostic and fluoroscopic x-ray exams for interpretation according to established guidelines.
Essential Job Functions
Responsible for the accurate and safe operation of radiation emitting equipment by following established radiation safety protocols to protect the patient and staff from unnecessary radiation exposure.
Perform quality diagnostic portable x-ray and c-arm exams, acquiring necessary images for interpretation by a supervising physician.
Able to adjust technical parameters to provide the optimal images.
Able to assess the patient’s ability to comply with the required positioning for the exam and adjust as needed to complete the exam in a timely manner.
Attend and participate in department meetings.
Able to perform independently and in a team setting to complete a variety of exams in a fast-paced environment.
Perform minimally required safety evaluations of the equipment by following established guidelines to detect problems.
Able to operate large c-arms, mini c-arms, portable x-ray, and 3D c-arm.
Work directly with the surgeon during surgical cases to optimize positioning and image quality, while maintaining sterile field.
Able to be on-call for evenings and weekends on a rotating basis.
Responsible for other duties as assigned.
Physical requirements
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.
OrthoNebraska creates the inspired healthcare experience all people deserve by giving a direct path to personalized care and life-enhancing outcomes. Routinely recognized as one of Omaha's top employers, OrthoNebraska is all about people. Our approach is grounded in collaboration. This means the physician, care team, support staff, patient, and caregivers work together to get patients back to what they love. Join the OrthoNebraska team, and work in a place where your ideas are celebrated and you have room to make your career journey your own.
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Worksite address
elkhorn, WI, 53121, US
Who can apply
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