Multi-Modality Technologist 2 (X-Ray Technician and MRI Technologist) - Southside Medical Center
About The Position
The Multi-Modality Technologist performs procedures in two imaging modalities, producing images for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner at their request. The role operates imaging equipment and accessories, follows modality workflows and approved protocols, and selects appropriate imaging or sequences while considering factors that affect data acquisition. The technologist obtains and documents patient clinical history and appropriate laboratory work, verifies patient identity and orders, and applies safety and protection principles to reduce risks to patients, staff, equipment, and image quality. Depending on the modalities, duties may include venipuncture and intravenous access, preparing or administering prescribed medications or contrast, and using a power injector according to manufacturer guidelines. The role is scheduled for on-call as required and must meet continuing education and clinical requirements set by regulatory standards.
Requirements
- Certification and registration with ARRT, RDMS, or CNMT.
- Competency in two of the listed imaging modalities and obtain certification in those modalities within 12 months.
- BLS Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association is required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; it is preferred at hire and required before independent patient care at BSMH.
- State licensure is preferred unless required by the state where the job is performed.
- Ability to perform patient-centered care, medical and safety screenings, and patient-condition monitoring.
- Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team and communicate patient conditions and care to medical professionals and family members.
- Skills in de-escalation, physical interventions, recording patient medical histories, analyzing information, scheduling, attention to detail, critical thinking, communication, teamwork, conflict resolution, active listening, and relationship building.
- Acceptance of authority and professional communication.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree from an ARRT-accredited institute, an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program, or an approved School of Ultrasound/Medical Sonography.
- One year of experience in a healthcare environment.
- EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training.
- Picture archiving communication system (PACS) training.
- Radiology Information System (RIS) training.
- IV contrast administration training.
- BLS at hire for BSMH locations.
- State licensure, unless required by the state where the job is performed.
Responsibilities
- Perform duties for two imaging modalities.
- Meet continuing education and clinical requirements established by regulatory standards.
- Operate imaging equipment and accessories and follow modality workflows, procedures, and processes.
- Select appropriate imaging or sequences in accordance with approved protocols and factors affecting data acquisition.
- Obtain patients’ clinical history and appropriate laboratory work, and document and make this information available to a licensed practitioner; use a point-of-care device for laboratory work.
- Apply modality-specific safety principles to minimize risks to patients, self, and others and to protect equipment and image quality.
- Provide radiation protection and other modality-specific protection for patients and others.
- Verify patient identity using two identifiers and validate the requested or prescribed procedure against the order.
- When required by either modality, perform venipuncture and start, maintain, or remove intravenous access.
- When required by either modality, identify, prepare, or administer medications or contrast as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
- When required, use a power injector with an approved vascular access device and follow manufacturer guidance for infusion rates and pressure.
- Participate in on-call scheduling as required.
- Perform other job-related duties as required by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support. Benefits may vary by market and employment status.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Associate degree
