Multi Modality Technologist

Current Employees:

(Determined by the knowledge, skills and experience of the applicant.

·Documents appropriate information in patients’ charts.

·Ensures the procedure and related supplies are billed correctly.

·Presents high quality images to Radiologists.

·Competently works within required computer programs (i.e. PACs, RIS, Vrad) as well as manual downtime processes

·Prepares and administers correct amount of contrast, using aseptic techniques as outlined in the Infection Control manual. Able to start and maintain IV lines

·Consistently demonstrates a thorough knowledge to operate all radiological equipment in the proper setting, patient positioning, principles of radiation exposure/ safety, quality control, image processing, specialized protocols and demonstrates the ability to plan own work.

·Will work as a team with other imaging departments to coordinate patient care and flow throughout care environment.  

·Monument Health is a teaching organization; all radiology technologists will provide a learning environment for the students completing their clinical rotation.

·Consistently demonstrates the ability to efficiently perform multiple complex tasks and to assist with the continuing technical education of imaging staff, physicians, and radiography students.

·Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.

·Understands and uses radiologic safety to minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors and monitored by radiation badges.

·Focuses on patient satisfaction by scheduling appointments promptly and courteously. Obtains accurate information and properly documents on patient scheduling system. .  Has positive attitude and customer service mind set. Friendly, cheerful and helpful to patients and others. Ability to meet patients and others needs while following office policies and procedures in person and on the telephone.

·Proficient with safe handling and moving of patients using ceiling and other lifts.

·Participates in upkeep of department, i.e, cleanliness of work area, preventive maintenance, stocking of supplies, reports all malfunctioning equipment.

·As appropriate, prepares and administers correct amount of contrast, using aseptic techniques as outlined in the Infection Control manual. Documents appropriately in patients chart. Completed injector training.

·Reviews patient’s condition, history, and physicians order; consults radiologist with any questions. Determines proper positioning, and selects correct patient from work list.

·Routinely prepares the patient and the equipment for the upcoming procedure. Educates the patient and/ or family regarding the procedure to be performed. Provides professional age-specific interaction with patients.

·All other duties as assigned.

Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent: General Studies

Graduate -  Accredited Radiography Technologist Program

ASRT Certificate - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) - Within 60 days of hire or transfer.

Regarding BLS certification: The department you are applying to may require BLS certification sooner than 60 days post transfer/hire. The hiring manager will discuss this with you if it is applicable.

Preferred:

ARRT Advanced CT Registry

ARRT Advanced Mammography Certification

Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department

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Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.