Acute Multi-Modality Technologist I

Banner Health•Chandler, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Health care is full of possibilities. Medical imaging plays a pivotal role in excellent patient care at Banner Health. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – you belong at Banner Health. Location: 1405 South Alma School Rd. Chandler AZ 85286 Schedule: Open position for Thursday, Friday & Saturday from 6:30 pm to 7 am, No call rotation at this time but could change in the near future per business needs. Holidays coverage per rotation. Day to day: The position is for a multi-modality tech- who will be performing CT and XR and support an efficient workflow throughout the facility. Banner Ocotillo Medical Center is a small facility that operates with minimum staff on site. BOMC has a capacity of up to 120 beds. Our equipment for X-ray is: Fluoro - Philips; Diagnostic and portables – Carestream; C- arm GE and mini-C-arm Orthoscan; speech pathology- Tims and CT – GE. Currently, we are performing the following exams: general, interventional, musculoskeletal, limited neurology (stroke center), cardiovascular, etc. In Medical Imaging we provide services for outpatients and inpatients: ED, OBS, ICU, surgery, WIS and acute care. The patients are in the center and focus on all our interactions. Our pride in Medical Imaging is to care for each other. We are a united team, just like a big family, always willing to help, learn and do the best for our patients and coworkers. The population's average age is middle age. The location of our facility is very easy to access and it's a growing community; family oriented with lots of resources for education and recreation. Banner Health offers multiple opportunities for growing professionally and developing your career into a leadership role. Saturdays, Sunday's days and nights we have 2 techs and Mondays to Friday days 3 techs and nights 2 techs performing CT and x-ray with an Imaging Assistant during day shift hours. We perform an average of 32 patients for CT and 32 for X-ray. Banner Ocotillo Medical Center is a new, comprehensive medical center located in Chandler, AZ. The hospital has 124 beds with ample shelled space for future growth. The hospital offers key inpatient and outpatient services, such as emergency care, intensive care, endoscopy, cardiac catheterization, imaging, surgical and women’s services. The hospital utilizes cutting-edge technology to improve safety and quality, including robotic surgeries, UV disinfecting lighting, and smart devices for all caregivers. POSITION SUMMARY This position performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to 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.
This position 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.