Multi-Modality Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging - Allen Hospital

Overview

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION

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

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

• Performs duties for 2 imaging modalities - X-Ray & CT
• Meets 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
• Selects appropriate imaging/sequences with consideration of 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 and to protect 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, performs venipuncture including starting, maintaining and/or removing intravenous access
• When required, identifies, prepares and/or administers medications/contrast as prescribed by a licensed practitioner
• When required, uses a power injector for administration of medication with an approved vascular access device; follows manufacturer guidelines regarding infusion rates and pressure
• Scheduled for on-call as required

Certification and registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) or CNMT (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist) is required. Competence in the following areas and certification within 12 months:
Radiologic Technology (R) and Computed Tomography (CT). BLS Basic Life Support is preferred upon hire and must be obtained prior to direct patient care. State licensure is required.

Associate's degree from an ARRT-accredited institute or from an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program or an approved School of Ultrasound/Medical Sonography (preferred).

1 year of experience in a healthcare environment (preferred).

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) (preferred)
• Radiology Information System (RIS) (preferred)
• IV Contrast Administration (preferred)

• Neonates (0-4 weeks)
• Infants (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

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads
• 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)
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids; exposure to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
• Periods of constant interruptions; general office environment
• Required to travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather
• Prolonged periods of working alone
• Other: may be required to work in multiple departments during a shift

• Individuals in this position are required to exercise…