Radiologic Technologist

Reno Orthopedic Center

Improving lives. Together.

Reno Orthopedic Center (ROC) strives to transform musculoskeletal healthcare in our region and we want you to join us as a per diem Radiologic Technologist so we can achieve our vision together.

Why work for ROC?

Our guiding principles of respect, optimism and compassion drive our decisions and actions. We have the region’s leading orthopedic specialists, imaging, urgent care, out-patient surgery, and physical therapy to create a seamless approach to care for our patients, as our patients and employees come first. We are physician-owned and committed to providing excellent orthopedic care. For more information about ROC, visit our website at renoortho.com.

Be a part of our family and contribute to your community in a real and tangible way. But don’t just take our word for it; our community and employees voted for us in the Best of Reno Awards and WE WON Best Orthopedic Group, Best Surgery Center, Best Urgent Care Service and Most Innovative Workplace. Apply now to be a part of something fantastic!

As a Radiologic Technologist, you would be crucial to our mission because you would provide the imaging needed to treat injuries and pain for our patients. On any given day, you could obtain high quality images to assist the clinician in patient treatment and work with many patients. If you value respect, optimism, compassion, innovation, and top-notch patient care, you have found your home.

This is a per diem position, meaning you work on an as needed basis and are required to provide availability for two 8-hour shifts per month. You would receive a pay differential of 15% in addition to the base rate due to the "as needed" nature of the position.

What’s in it for you?

• We care about each other as people. We build relationships and connections that extend beyond our time at ROC. We mentor and teach each other and work to help each other with problems that arise.
• We value work/life balance; we are open Monday-Friday and work during regular business hours and encourage you to take care of what’s important to you, while still accomplishing your tasks and caring for our patients.
• We provide competitive total rewards including salary, benefits, retirement, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program.
• We offer professional development, certification reimbursement and tuition reimbursement for continuing education to ensure you are getting what you want out of your time here.

What would you do as a Radiologic Technologist?

This position focuses its time and effort on the following duties, though others may be required:

• 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.

Work Environment

This position operates in a clinical environment. Exposure to communicable diseases, biohazards, toxic substances, and similar conditions are possible.

Physical: This position is required to frequently stand and walk to obtain images. The noise level is usually moderate.

Schedule: May include nights and weekends (Saturday); schedule is based on manager discretion.

Travel: This position may require up to 10% travel to other clinic locations.

What do you need to have to be considered?

To be successful in this role, you must have the following minimum qualifications:

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.

How can you set yourself apart from other applicants?

If you have these preferred qualifications, you would be an ideal candidate:

• One or more years of experience working as a radiologic technologist;
• Experience using radiology software.

How do you apply?

Head to renoortho.com/careers, select your location, select the position, and click the blue “Apply” button at the bottom of the page. Once you have submitted your application, you will receive a confirmation that we have received your application. You will hear from us within 7 days of submitting your application.

Be a part of our family and contribute to your community in a real and tangible way. Apply now to be a part of something fantastic!

What else should you know?

Reno Orthopedic Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination based on any protected status.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily and in compliance with all federal requirements, state requirements, and established policies and procedures. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disability to perform the essential job functions.

ROC participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares the information you provide on the Form I-9 with information from the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security records.

For any questions about Reno Orthopedic Center or this position, contact us at (775) 786-3040 or human-resources@renoortho.com.

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