Medical Technologist

Multi-Modality Radiology Technologist

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.

Responsibilities

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 (Continued)

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.

Qualifications

Education:

• Associates of Applied Science or other Related Fields(or)accredited MRI program(or)Graduate of an American Medical Association (AMA) approved Nuclear Medicine Technology Program(or)Graduate of an accredited School of Ultrasonography - Required

Certification & Licensures:

• Fingerprint Clearance Card application number- Required upon hire
• Fingerprint Clearance Card- Required within 90 days of hire
• BLS (American Heart Assoc.)- Required
• Employee will obtain and maintain appropriate clinical competencies for the roles assigned by their department leader
• Diagnostic/X-ray:Current Radiologic Technologist certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Required
• Arizona Department of Health Radiology Technologist license
• CT:ARRT CT OR Experience which allows employee to receive AZ State license for CT - Required
• AZDHS Certified Radiologic Technologist and CT - Required
• Mammography:Current registry as a Mammography Technologist - Required
• Meets ACR Certification criteria - Required
• AZDHS Mammography- Required
• MRI:Current ARRT registry in MRI - Required
• Ultrasound:American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) - Required with at least two specialties
• RVT - Preferred
• Nuclear Medicine:Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification (NMTCB) and/or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist in Nuclear Medicine (ARRT(N)) - Required

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year experience as imaging technologist - Required
• Experience in an acute care setting - Preferred

Healthcare is a rapidly changing environment and technology is integrated into almost all aspects of patient care. Computers and other electronic devices are utilized across the organization and throughout each department. Colleagues must understand computers, and competence in using computers and basic software programs.