Radiologic Technologist

Location: Cherry County Hospital- Valentine, NE 69201 

Compensation: $29.83- $43.67/hour (based on experience)

Position: Full Time, Part Time, or PRN

Benefit Eligible: Yes

Radiologic Technologist Cherry County Hospital & Clinic – Valentine, Nebraska

Cherry County Hospital & Clinic in Valentine, NE is seeking a skilled and dedicated Radiologic Technologist to join our team. This role is ideal for a professional who is passionate about providing high-quality imaging services in a close-knit, patient-centered healthcare environment.

As a Radiologic Technologist, you will perform a variety of diagnostic imaging procedures—including x-ray, CT, bone densitometry, and mammography (if applicable)—to support the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. You’ll work directly with patients of all ages, ensuring their safety, comfort, and care during imaging procedures. The position requires the ability to work independently, using your clinical expertise and initiative to ensure high-quality results.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Performing high-quality radiologic exams in accordance with department protocols under the supervision of a qualified physician  

Providing direct patient care, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for patients of all ages  

Performing a variety of technical procedures, including x-ray, CT, bone densitometry, and mammography (if applicable)  

Using independent judgment and problem-solving skills to provide precise imaging for accurate diagnoses  

Adhering to safety standards and ensuring the safety of patients, coworkers, and self during all procedures  

If you're looking to work in a supportive, patient-focused setting where you can make a tangible difference, we encourage you to apply to Cherry County Hospital & Clinic. Join our team and help provide exceptional care to our rural community.

Comprehensive Benefit Package: 

•Health Insurance: Co-pay or HSA plan options: 100% paid for Employee 

•Dental: 100% paid for Employee 

•Vision: 100% paid for Employee 

•$50,000 Group Life Insurance with AD&D 

•Long-Term Disability: 100% paid for Employee 

•Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 

•Health Savings Account with employer contribution 

•Supplemental Insurances: Short-Term Disability, Supplemental Life and AD&D, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident •Retirement Plan: 457 plan Pre-Tax and Roth options

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

To produce diagnostic images in an acceptable and high-quality manner to be interpreted by the radiologist

Perform and maintain all QA testing required

To assist providers as required in the performance of fluoroscopic examinations

Consult with providers and radiologists

Adhere to the ALARA principles

Follow all safety requirements and regulations that pertain to services performed by the department

Training of other team members to perform radiologic imaging, meeting quality and safety standards

Responsible for the procurement, storage, and utilization of modality and departmental supplies

Responsible for maintaining proper imaging and reporting in PACS

Keeps up to date of new procedures, equipment, and methods

Attends trainings and hospital/clinic meetings 

The patient/client information that is handled day to day in this office will remain confidential and a breach of this confidentiality may be cause for immediate termination

Ensures the confidentiality of patients’ medical, personal, and financial records is maintained

Knowledgeable of and committed to practicing Corporate Compliance policies and procedures

Complies with Cherry County Hospital personnel policies

Performs other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities Required

Knowledgeable of functions of radiology

Ability to set up and operate equipment safely and properly

Must have good communication skills with the general public, hospital staff, and patients

Desire to help people; interest in working with the general public, patients, and family members

Ability to work under stress 

Ability to adapt to change 

Must have a belief that all people are to be treated with dignity 

Must be friendly and courteous to fellow co-workers

Must be able to work occasional on-call shifts, evenings, weekends, or holidays as scheduled

Must be knowledgeable of state and federal confidentiality laws, including but not limited to HIPAA, and be familiar with and follow all policies, procedures and instructions regarding the privacy and security of protected health information applicable to the position.

Minimum Job Requirements

Must have graduated from an accredited radiology program

Current registry in good standing with ARRT

BLS certification required

Must be licensed in the state of Nebraska 

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical demands require being able to transport patients in wheelchairs and on gurneys

Able to complete patient transfers in and out of wheelchairs and on and off gurneys

Able to push portable x-ray and EKG machines

Requires use of arms, legs, back, and eyes, which could cause strain

Regularly involves the potential for exposure to hazardous materials, such as contaminated body fluids, radiological solutions, and radiation

Must possess the knowledge and insight to comply with universal precautions, hospital policies and procedures

Reports to- Radiology Supervisor