Multimodality Tech

About the role

The Multimodality Technologist is supervised by a Radiologist, performs imaging in two or more disciplines. At least 25% of their work focuses on advanced areas like CT, MR, Nuc Med, or IR. They work with ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or licensed provider for diagnosing disease and injury, following established protocols.

Responsibilities

• Performs high-quality multimodality procedures according to exam protocol promptly.
• Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards.
• Demonstrates an expertise of radiation dose reference levels and monitoring; takes action if the estimated dose exceeds set levels.
• Takes action when the reference level is exceeded, which may include patient follow‑up.
• Demonstrates and knows about proper use of iSTAT point of care testing for obtaining creatinine levels.
• Utilizes AIDET to communicate with patients.
• Identifies patient service needs and ensures the correct exam is performed on the correct patient.
• Establishes rapport with patients and others.
• Communicates clearly and calmly with patients and their families about the test.
• Assesses the patient's ability to tolerate the exam.
• Prepares the patient and area for the procedure; positions the patient, uses immobilization devices, and moves equipment into position.
• Uses appropriate settings and exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by following safety, infection‑control, drug, and radiation policies.
• Uses sterile techniques for invasive procedures and maintains hand hygiene.
• Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards.
• Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal equipment operation; reports issues to management or the appropriate department.
• Assists in maintaining the supplies inventory.
• Ensures people are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.
• Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status, policies, and procedures, etc.
• Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate systems, according to department policies and procedures.