Multi Modality Technologist I

Bring your skills to a team that cares for the whole person. This is a full-time position with a limited-time $10,000 sign-on bonus. Will work in X-Ray and CT, including weekend day/evening shifts. As part of MedStar Health, the largest healthcare system in the Maryland-Washington, D.C., region, you will grow your career within a respected, mission-driven organization known for innovation, education, and patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Executes basic clinical competence in a primary modality across all locations and patient types; performs exams and procedures in one of the following modalities: NM, CT, MRI, Mammography, and/or Interventional Radiology in accordance with facility protocols.
• Selects accurate technical factors on an individual patient basis and demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient.
• Administers contrast according to facility policy.
• Participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient care, workflows, patient experience, quality, and safety.
• Actively participates in student and employee training and educational activities.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and prepared work environment, including cleaning and preparing patient rooms. Maintains supplies and inventory in the area.
• Verifies order, patient prep, and reason for exam to initiate appropriate scanning protocols. Communicates effectively with patients, obtains patient history, answers questions, and explains procedures to ensure patient understanding and comfort.
• Provides patient education and support, including preparing patients for procedures and addressing their physical and psychological needs. Escalates concerns through appropriate channels.
• Ensures proper maintenance and operation of equipment, performing quality control and reporting any equipment or environmental issues promptly.
• Prioritizes patient flow and coordinates care with consistent and frequent communication with patients, care teams, and families.
• Documents patient care activity in various electronic health record systems. Distributes final images in a timely manner to the PACS system for interpretation.
• Acts and communicates professionally, embodying the organization's SPIRIT values and fostering a respectful and supportive environment for patients, families, and colleagues. Adheres to the ARRT Standards of Ethics.
• Adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards, complying with federal, state, societal, and accreditation regulations.
• Follows directions from leadership, ensuring adherence to all protocols, maintaining patient flow, and seeking clarification when necessary.
• Performs Nuclear Medicine and/or diagnostic medical radiographic exams and fluoroscopic exams in and out of the operating room setting.
• May operate mammography equipment, magnetic resonance scanner, or CT scanner to obtain images for use by physicians in diagnoses and treatment of pathologies.
• Produces computerized tomographic scanners, magnetic resonance scanners, or radiographs of designated anatomical areas.
• May assist physicians with imaging guidance for biopsy procedures in diagnostic and one of the following: mammography, CT, or ultrasound.

Requirements

• Associate degree required; or Certificate (before Jan. 1, 2015) in Radiologic Technology from a program accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education (USDE), Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or Medical Education and Training Campus (METC).
• Registered with American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) or NMTCB (CNMT).
• Certification in one of the following: CT, MRI, Mammography, Ultrasound, PET CT, Nuclear Medicine, or Interventional Radiology required upon hire.
• State of MD/VA license, if applicable, required upon hire.
• CPR certification (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross required upon hire.

Skills

• Working knowledge of various computer software applications and basic computer skills.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Outstanding quality and customer service experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently.
• Maintains professional and courteous behavior to ensure a positive image within the community served and to promote customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrates dependability, critical thinking, self-management, initiative, creativity, and problem-solving abilities to improve the quality and efficiency of the department.
• Ability to perform in a high-pressure environment and deal effectively and professionally with a diverse population.

Pay

This position has a hiring range of USD $35.68 - USD $58.84 per hour.