Multimodality Technologist

Multimodality Technologist - 3923

Position Summary: Performs exams in two or more modalities to include plain image X-ray, Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Sonography (US), Echocardiography and Bone Density (DXA), to provide diagnostic information by operating a wide variety of medical imaging equipment.

Critical Tasks:

• Correctly interprets provider's order and checks for consistency between diagnosis and ordered exam. Calls provider directly before proceeding if there is any discrepancy.
• Performs medical imaging exams within the scope of practice defined by The Arizona Department Of Health Services, Special Licensing and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and/or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers and/or The International Society for Clinical Densitometry and/or The American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists as applicable.
• Works collaboratively with other technologists to prioritize patient care amongst more several modalities.
• Establishes personal rapport with patients and other persons; gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties, providing explanations of treatment and answering questions.
• Operates medical imaging equipment while following manufacturer's guidelines; troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains radiology supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies, verifying receipt of supplies.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, participating in professional societies.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Minimizes radiation to patients and staff by employing the ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principle by utilizing beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Maintains production and quality of images by following established standards and protocols.
• Documents patient care in PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) and EHR (electronic health record)
• Contributes to team by attending staff meetings and volunteering for GRHC wide exercises.
• Identifies patient using 2 patient identifiers.
• All other position related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Medical Radiography or a closely related field of study preferred.
• Graduate of JCERT accredited Radiography program.
• Current registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• 2 years' experience in advanced imaging preferred.
• Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) approved by the Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS) or ability to obtain Certificate within 3 months in position.
• Current and continuing BLS training and certifications; or able to obtain within 30 days in position.
• Demonstrate ability to relate to diverse cultures and specifically the Gila River Community and/or other Native American cultures and community health services.

Plus at least one of the following Certifications:

• Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT): ARRT (R), State License from Arizona Department of Health Services, Special Licensing.
• Computed Tomography Technologist (CT): ARRT (CT), State License from Arizona Department of Health Services, Special Licensing.
• Magnetic Resonance Technologists (MRI): ARRT (MR) or AMRIT.
• Sonographer: ARRT (S) or ARDMS.
• Echocardiographer: ARDMS (RDCS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
• Bone Density Technologist ARRT (BD)