Multi-Modality Technologist; CT & X-Ray - Diagnostic Imaging - Allen Hospital

Overview

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

Imaging positions at Mercy Allen reward you with:

• A $12,500 sign on bonus for new hires
• Referral bonus incentive programs
• Competitive paid time off accrual
• Excellent health benefits through UMR
• Competitive tuition assistance for continued career growth
• And more!

THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION

Shift/Schedule

• Full Time - 36 hours per week (12 Hour Shifts)
• Shift Times - Nights (7pm-7:30am)
• Every 4th Weekend, Rotating On Call and Holiday availability required

Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

The primary responsibility of a multi-modality technologist performs 2 combination of procedures (X-Ray & CT) with related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independent practitioner.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs duties for 2 imaging modalities - X-Ray & CT
• Meets any continuing education or clinical requirements as required by regulatory standards
• Operates equipment, accessories and is knowledgeable in workflows, procedures and processes of the 2 imaging modalities.
• Selecting appropriate imaging/sequences with consideration given to approved protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
• Obtains patient's clinical history and appropriate lab work ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner. Use of POC device for Lab work.
• Applies Safety principles with a focus on the 2 imaging modalities to minimize risk to patient, self and others that may affect the patient’s safety, damage the equipment or affect the image quality.
• Provides radiation protection and other protection specific to the 2 modalities for the patient and others.
• Verifies patient identification using two patient identifiers and the procedure requested or prescribed by validating the order.
• When required by either of the 2 modalities, performs venipuncture including starting, maintaining and/or removing intravenous access.
• When required by either of the 2 modalities, identifies, prepares and/or administers medications/contrast as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• When required by either of the 2 modalities, uses a power injector for the administration of medication with approved vascular access device. Follows manufacturer guidelines regarding infusion rates and pressure.
• Scheduled for on-call as required

Note:

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) or CNMT (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist) (required)

Education

Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute or of an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program or of an approved School of Ultrasound/Medical Sonography (preferred)

Work Experience

1 year of experience in healthcare environment (preferred)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)

Picture archiving communiation system (PACS) (preferred)

Radiology Information System (RIS) (preferred)

IV Contrast Administration (preferred)

Patient Population

• Neonates (0-4 weeks)
• Infant (1-12 months)
• Pediatrics (1-12 years)
• Adolescents (13-17 years)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)
• Not applicable to this position

Working Conditions

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
• May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
• May be required to use physical restraints
• May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
• May…