Multi-Modality Technologist 2 (PRN) - Diagnostics - Mt. Orab Medical Center

Mercy Health BSMH•Mount Orab, OH

33d•Onsite

About The Position

The Multi-Modality Technologist 2 performs procedures across two imaging modalities, using related techniques to produce images for interpretation by and at the request of a licensed independent practitioner. The role operates relevant equipment and accessories, follows modality workflows and approved protocols, and selects appropriate imaging or sequences based on factors affecting data acquisition. The technologist gathers and documents the patient's clinical history and appropriate laboratory information, verifies patient identity and orders, and applies safety and protection principles to minimize risk and maintain image quality. As required by the modalities, the technologist may perform venipuncture, establish or maintain intravenous access, prepare or administer prescribed medications or contrast, and use a power injector according to manufacturer guidelines. The position is scheduled for on-call as required.

Requirements

Certification and registration with ARRT, RDMS, or CNMT.
Competency in two listed imaging specialties and obtain certification in them within 12 months.
One year of experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.
State licensure is preferred unless required by the state where the job is performed.
BLS Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association is required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire and required before independent patient care at BSMH.
Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License is required only for locations with a mobile mammography program.
Skills and abilities include de-escalation, physical interventions, patient-centered care, medical and safety screenings, interdisciplinary teamwork, monitoring patient condition during treatment, informing medical professionals about patient condition and care, recording medical histories, analyzing information, scheduling, attention to detail, critical thinking, communication with families, professional communication, conflict resolution, active listening, relationship building, and acceptance of authority.

Nice To Haves

Associate's 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.
State licensure, unless required by the state where the job is performed.
BLS Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association at hire for BSMH locations (required before independent patient care).
Training in EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Training in Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).
Training in Radiology Information System (RIS).
Training in IV contrast administration.

Responsibilities

Perform duties in any two imaging modalities, such as X-ray, CT, or MRI.
Meet continuing education and clinical requirements established by regulatory standards.
Operate equipment and accessories and follow workflows, procedures, and processes for the two modalities.
Select appropriate imaging or sequences while considering approved protocols and factors that influence data acquisition parameters.
Obtain the patient's clinical history and appropriate laboratory work, and document and make the information available to a licensed practitioner; use a point-of-care device for lab work.
Apply safety principles relevant to the two modalities to minimize risks to patients, self, and others and 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 by either modality, use a power injector with an approved vascular access device and follow manufacturer guidelines for infusion rates and pressure.
Participate in scheduled on-call coverage as required.
Perform other job-related duties as required by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.