Multi Modality Technologist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• With minimum supervision, the Multi-Modality Technologist will competently function in two (2) or more modalities within the Imaging Department.
• This can include Diagnostic Radiology, MRI, CT, Ultrasound, Special Procedures, Nuclear Medicine, or Mammography.
• Performs various technical procedures requiring independent judgment and is responsible for designated areas or procedures as needed or assigned in two (2) or more modalities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable Client Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Performs a variety of diagnostic procedures, some of a more complex nature, utilizing state-of-the-art computerized imaging equipment in more than one (1) modality.
• Requires flexibility to work competently within assigned modalities as needed or assigned.
• Interacts appropriately with patients and all care providers by coordinating and prioritizing procedures during the workday to maintain a high level of patient care and continuity.
• Possesses the ability and willingness to rotate within departments and clinics for proper coverage as needed or assigned.
• Upon completion of procedures, program the computer to ensure completion of the exam and all scan data is correctly stored in PACS.
• Ensures exam rooms are neat, clean, and adequately stocked before exams are performed and acts to ensure compliance with Infection Control standards.
• Coordinates and prioritizes procedures during the workday to maintain a high level of patient care and continuity.
• Ensures all charges are correctly coded and entered in the billing system.
• Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent customer service skills required.
• Adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
• Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards as outlined by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
• Demonstrates adherence to the Core values of client.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required.

Experience:

• 1 year of experience in a medical setting required.
• Basic computer experience required.
• Excellent customer service experience required.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:

One of the following primary modality registries/certifications (active) is required: 

• Radiography (R) (ARRT), Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) (ARRT or NMTCB), Sonography (S) (ARRT or ARDMS)

One of the following postprimary modality registries/certifications (active) is required: 

• Mammography (M) (ARRT), CT (ARRT), MRI (ARRT), Bone Densitometry (ARRT), Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) (ARRT), Breast Sonography (ARRT), Vascular Sonography (VS) (ARRT).

State Licensure required based on modality: 

• Texas: MRT by TMB.
• BLS required (AHA only).