Acute Multi-Modality Technologist I

Banner Health•Mesa, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Banner Health is seeking an experienced and dedicated Acute Multimodality Tech to join their team. The ideal candidate will embody a commitment to a people-centered, collaborative culture and demonstrate compassion, kindness, and resiliency in high-pressure situations. This position performs procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures, and protocols for both Banner Baywood Medical Center and Banner Heart Hospital, ensuring optimal care and treatment to the patient population. The role involves floating to different modalities according to licensure as needed. Banner Baywood Medical Center is a 332-bed hospital in Mesa, Arizona, providing acute care services. Banner Heart Hospital, located next to it, specializes in advanced cardiovascular care. The position performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures, and protocols, ensuring optimal care/treatment to the patient population.

Requirements

Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology programs.
Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) based on modalities in which they will be conducting work and licensure by the state regulatory agency as applicable.
As of August 1, 2019, all Multi-Modality Technologist's hired on or after August 1,2019 will be required to have an advance certification by an accrediting body in a specialty if applicable.
BLS certification required.
Requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 2 years of Radiologic Technologist experience.
Must be actively working in each certified modality, in accordance with the needs of the facility.
The Multi-Modality Technologist I will be required to rotate and cover department scheduling as needed and required in areas where obtained certifications apply.
Multi-Modality Technologist I requires certification in two (2) or more of the following modalities: Radiologic (X-ray), Computed Tomography (CT), Bone Densitometry (DEXA), Mammography, Breast Sonography, Angiography.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs procedures by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.
Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.
Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies if applicable.
Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to safety policies.
Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to the radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.
Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.
Independently performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members