The Multi-Modality Radiology Technologist performs imaging procedures and holds national registry in a minimum of 2 modalities shown below. This position provides basic patient care, maintains equipment, transports patients, and prepares and maintains documentation.
X-ray, CT, US, MRI, Mammography, Nuclear Medicine, IR
This position's work location is on-site only.
Patient Care * Obtains patient history. * Educates patients/families regarding procedures and/or treatment to be performed as well as risk factors and prevention. * Positions patients appropriately for the applicable radiographic procedure. * Performs radiographic procedures and analysis according to departmental guidelines. * Develops and evaluates radiographic results for technical quality, such as density, contrast, definition and distortion. * Applies learned methodologies with independent judgment according to established policies and procedures. * Performs prescribed procedures in accordance with established policies. * Maintains infection prevention standards. * Explains standard procedures and answers patient questions. * Prepares, cleans, adjusts, inspects and maintains equipment. * Produces quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. * Prepares and maintains accurate documentation, archiving imaging data as needed or required. * Collaborates with physicians and other medical professionals. |
Modality Specific CT: * Operate head or body scanners to create a computer generated cross-sectional image of a patient's internal organs and tissues for diagnosis of medical issues. * Produces computerized tomographic scanner radiographs of specific areas. Determine and set appropriate technical parameters to accurately demonstrate anatomy and pathology. * May perform obstetric and gynecological scans, abdominal scans, retroperitoneal scans, and radiation therapy localization. Mammography: * Prepares patient and equipment for mammography procedure. * Positions patient throughout the procedures, adjusting immobilization devices for proper compression. * Performs radiologic mammography exams, including screenings and diagnostic studies, and analysis. * May participate in the performance of advanced mammography procedures such as stereostatic biopsies, clip placements, drainages. MRI: * Operates a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images used for diagnosis and treatment of patient pathologies. * Uses knowledge of imaging techniques and cross-sectional anatomy to create high quality scans. * Modifies technical settings and adjusts scanning parameters to enhance images and minimize unnecessary exposure. * Start IVs and/or catheters effectively and consistently for the MRI process. * Prepare, administer and monitor IV contrast and/or patient sedation and patient status. * Ensure completion of screenings for pacemakers and other patient status affecting qualification for MRI. |
Modality Specific Diagnostic/Xray: * Performs radiographic procedures using both stationary and mobile radiographic equipment. * Responsible for appropriate set up of the xray room and manipulation of equipment, and proper placement of patient for procedure. * Ensure proper image capture of skeletal structure request for diagnosis and treatment purposes. * Process and develops exposed xray film and creates xray CD copies for review and interpretation. Ultrasound: * Performs sonographic examinations to locate, evaluate and record critical functional, pathological and anatomic data. * Operates ultrasonic equipment to produce images of organs and tissues for diagnostic purposes. * Utilizes transabdominal technology to monitor patient or fetus health, detect or monitor tumors/cysts and diagnose cardiovascular conditions. * May assist with vascular ultrasound procedures and ultrasound guided biopsies and other guided procedures. Nuclear Medicine: * Performs nuclear medicine procedures, demonstrating competence in performing invasive/interventional procedures. * Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals for use in both diagnostic studies and therapeutic treatments. * Operates imaging equipment and technology to track and record radiation with the patient's body, and prepares image reports. * Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measures. * Follows radiation safety guidelines and documents radiopharmaceutical safe receipt, administration, storage, usage and disposal for regulatory compliance. |
Quality * Adheres to regulatory and organizational standards affecting patient care and safety as well as all hospital and departmental policies and procedures. * Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements, demonstrating ability to troubleshoot and notify appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. * Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department and monitors and maintains adequate inventory of supplies and materials to ensure non-interruption of service. |
Education * Participates in creating and sustaining a learning environment supported by evidenced based practice and research. * Focuses on personal development areas, engaging in professional/collegial interactions with peers and students. * Works with peers and other health care providers. Participates in ongoing in-service and educational seminars. * Participates in orienting, assisting, mentoring and education of colleagues and students. |
Compliance/Safety * Stays current and complies with state and federal regulations/statutes and company policies that impact the employees area of responsibility. * If required for position, ensures all certifications and/or licenses are up-to-date and valid prior to expiration dates. * Completes all company mandatory modules and required job specific training in the specified time frame. * Responsible for reporting any safety related incident in a timely fashion through the Midas/RDE tool; attends all safety related training programs; performs work in a safe manner; monitors work environment for possible safety issues and ensures others are also performing work in a safe manner. |
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CALL REQUIRED: |
Yes-within 30 minutes |
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