Multi-modality Technologist (MRI & CT)
How Will You Make An Impact & Requirements
Hours & Location: Full Time: Monday - Friday
3430 Tamiami Trail, Suite B, Port Charlotte, FL
About the Role
The Multi-Modality Imaging Technologist must hold all certifications and licenses related to their scope of practice. S/He must be proficient in MRI and CT modalities. S/he must be able to handle a high volume, fast paced environment with a pleasant disposition. S/he must be able to multi task with attention to detail. S/he is responsible for maintaining all quality control records, ACR accreditation forms and daily logs for modality specific areas. S/he must be proficient in the use of computer software, ie: PACS, eRad, and Athena Clinicals and Communicator. S/he must obtain a detailed history on every exam performed in their specific modality for presentation to the Radiologist. S/he must follow all safety protocol to ensure safety of patients and equipment. S/he must read and respond to communication from manager in a timely manner. All other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Approaches change or newness positively
- Treats change and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth, focuses on the beneficial aspects of change, speaks positively about the change to others
- Treats customers promptly and courteously, gives customers full attention
- Actively listens
- Monitors and checks equipment and work area in order to ensure operational and safety compliance
- Demonstrates concern and empathy to patients
- Demonstrates accountability and responsibility and performs procedures in a caring, compassionate and respectful manner
- Performs examinations in accordance with established standing operation procedures and routines accurately and in a timely manner
- Responsible for Imaging, recording and processing images
- Obtains and document a complete patient history as it relates to the procedure ordered, obtains informed consent in accordance with departmental policy and procedure
- Maintains effective communication with patient provides; explanation of procedures within scope of practice
- Demonstrates knowledge of occurrence reporting (patient case) in Athena
- Uses system to report potential patient safety issues
- Maintains proactive and effective communication with radiologist regarding unusual clinical findings, history, test results and or their implication
- Ensures physician order for procedure is entered accurately
- Consults appropriate resources to clarify unfamiliar or questionable orders
- Optimize use of supplies, equipment and services, ensuring high level of clinical care at lowest cost
- Actively seeks ways to control costs without compromising patient safety or quality of care
- Takes responsibility for ensuring orders match diagnosis to ensure proper reimbursement for services
- Demonstrates a patient first approach to care
- Introduces self and role to patient
- Acts as a patient advocate in keeping the best interests and care of the patient at the forefront at all times
- Willingly assists co-workers to achieve goals
- Acts as a resource to co-workers as appropriate
- Actively participates in staff meetings and in-services
- Assumes personal responsibility for professional development
- Actively promotes development of self and others through participation in professional organization, educational opportunities, etc.
- Acts as an “ambassador” for MPG by promoting a professional and positive image of the organizations capabilities and services to the public
Requirements
- Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or accredited radiologic school; six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Active State of Florida Radiologic Technology license, BLS, RT(R); RT(CT) & RT(MR) or passed within 1 year of starting employment
Benefits
- 3 weeks PTO & 8 paid holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Employer Paid Basic Life & Short Term Disability coverage (goes into effect after 1 year of full-time employment)
- 401(k) with match
- Employee Wellness
- Other Employee Discount programs like Tickets at Work and cell phone discounts
- Other benefits: Dependent Care FSA, Voluntary Life, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance, and more
Schedule
Full Time: Monday - Friday
Pay
Details not specified