RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST, MRI/CT/XR - FT - ADVANCED DALLAS HOSPITAL AND CLINICS

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The primary responsibility of a Multi-Modality Technologist is to perform and produce images for any combination of 2 procedures with related techniques, such as CT, XR, or MRI.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs duties for any 2 imaging modalities, such as XR, CT, MRI, ARRT.
• Safely operate equipment and accessories to minimize risk of patient and equipment.
• Selecting appropriate imaging and sequences in alignment with multiple factors.
• Knowledge in workflows, procedures, and processes of the imaging modalities.
• Perform venipuncture including starting, maintaining, and removing intravenous access.
• Provides radiation protection and other protection specific to the modalities.
• Obtain and verify the patient clinical history and lab work.

QUALITY/SAFETY

• Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with MRI safety and infection control procedures. Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices, and policies.
• Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement providing recommendations and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety. Reports "near misses" and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends. Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e. contrast media and medications) or potential outcomes, as appropriate.
• Ensures all imaging equipment has had quality control (QC) performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventative maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s Preferred
• Graduate of an accredited program for Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• Certification in MRI by the ARRT
• ARRT Required
• BLS - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Computed Tomography (CT)
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR)
• Radiography (R)
• Minimum 2 years of MRI, CT, XR Radiology experience, preferably in a hospital setting.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s Preferred

CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE

• Certification in MRI by the ARRT
• ARRT Required
• BLS - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Computed Tomography (CT)
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR)
• Radiography (R)

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
• Ability to work independently; capable of handling challenging / difficult diagnostic procedures and patient care situations. Demonstrates sound judgment and executes above average clinical skills.
• Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.
• Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
• Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including organizing workflow and actively participating in problem-solving.