Multi Modality Tech - Breast Services

Parkland Health and Hospital System•Dallas, TX

20d

About The Position

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion. Primary PurposeResponsible for performing routine to complex quality images in at least two different modalities in the Breast Center on aroutinely scheduled basis. Minimum Specifications Education • Must be a graduate of an accredited imaging program for their primary pathway. Examples:• Magnetic Resonance Imaging• Radiography• Sonography Experience• Must have at least 1 year imaging experience for each certified modality. ExperienceCertification/Registration/Licensure: • Must have a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification from Texas Department of Health or Texas Medical Board (not applicable to MR, S, or VS).• Must be credentialed through at least one of the following: ARRT, and/or RDMS. • Must possess two or more imaging subspecialties:• Breast Sonography (BS)• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR)• Mammography (M)• Radiography (R)• Sonography (S) Must have a current Healthcare Provider (BLS Level) CPR course completion card prior to hire and/or placement in job from one of the following:• American Heart Association• American Red Cross Rescuer• Military Training Network Skills or Special Abilities• Must be able to demonstrate time management, organizational and interpersonal skills.• Must be able to demonstrate oral and written communication skills.• Must be able to demonstrate advanced computer skills.• Must be able to demonstrate routine to complex positioning ability to achieve images which meetquality criteria.• Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and hospital staff.• Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.• Must be able to perform a team lift when setting up and removing moveable steps to the mobilemammography van.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an accredited imaging program for their primary pathway.
Must have at least 1 year imaging experience for each certified modality.
Must have a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification from Texas Department of Health or Texas Medical Board (not applicable to MR, S, or VS).
Must be credentialed through at least one of the following: ARRT, and/or RDMS.
Must possess two or more imaging subspecialties:• Breast Sonography (BS)• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR)• Mammography (M)• Radiography (R)• Sonography (S)
Must have a current Healthcare Provider (BLS Level) CPR course completion card prior to hire and/or placement in job from one of the following:• American Heart Association• American Red Cross Rescuer• Military Training Network
Must be able to demonstrate time management, organizational and interpersonal skills.
Must be able to demonstrate oral and written communication skills.
Must be able to demonstrate advanced computer skills.
Must be able to demonstrate routine to complex positioning ability to achieve images which meetquality criteria.
Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and hospital staff.
Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.
Must be able to perform a team lift when setting up and removing moveable steps to the mobilemammography van.

Responsibilities

Must commit to work in any location or in any certified capacity as assigned by the leader(example Mammography, US and / or MRI).
Performs the responsibilities depicted on the service area job description (example MammoTechnologist and/or MRI Technologist).
Performs advanced imaging in at least two modalities and produces quality images forradiologists. Evaluates patient history and physician's orders to ensure appropriate proceduresare performed.
Complies with the Quality Control Program of the imaging service area to adhere to the qualityrequirements of Parkland.
Maintains proper documentation on all relevant information systems to track the proceduresperformed on each patient.
Communicates and consults with patients informing them of procedures to be performed toensure that patients are as comfortable as possible.
Proactively monitors workload between imaging service areas and communicates availability tomodality leadership.
Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makesrecommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of theoverall goals and mission of Parkland.
Provides training and supervision to imaging students as they rotate through areas to ensureeducation requirements are met.
Maintains a positive working relationship with employees, medical staff, patients and visitors toensure efficient work processes. Serves as a resource person for other technologists.
Participates in departmental Performance Improvement Programs, upholds “ICARE” values andits relationship to the work environment.
Attends department and modality meetings satisfactorily.
Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makesrecommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of theoverall goals of the department and Parkland.
Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attendingseminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professionalorganizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained intocurrent work practices.
Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact thearea. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws,accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice andguidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.