Multi-Modality Technologist (CT & X-Ray) - Diagnostic Imaging - Allen Hospital

Mercy Health • Oberlin, OH

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of a multi-modality technologist is to perform a combination of procedures (X-Ray & CT) with related techniques, producing images for interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independent practitioner. This role involves operating equipment and accessories, being knowledgeable in workflows, procedures, and processes of both imaging modalities, and selecting appropriate imaging/sequences based on approved protocols. The technologist must obtain patient's clinical history and lab work, apply safety principles to minimize risk, and provide radiation protection. Key duties also include verifying patient identification, performing venipuncture, and identifying, preparing, and/or administering medications/contrast as prescribed, utilizing a power injector when necessary. The position requires scheduled on-call availability.

Requirements

• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
• Required to be competent in Radiologic Technology (R) and obtain certification within 12 months
• Required to be competent in Computed Tomography (CT) and obtain certification within 12 months
• State Licensure

Nice To Haves

• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
• Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute or of an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program or of an approved School of Ultrasound/Medical Sonography
• 1 year of experience in healthcare environment
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) training
• Radiology Information System (RIS) training
• IV Contrast Administration training

Responsibilities

• Performs duties for 2 imaging modalities - X-Ray & CT
• Meets any continuing education or clinical requirements as required by regulatory standards
• Operates equipment, accessories and is knowledgeable in workflows, procedures and processes of the 2 imaging modalities.
• Selecting appropriate imaging/sequences with consideration given to approved protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
• Obtains patient's clinical history and appropriate lab work ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
• Use of POC device for Lab work.
• Applies Safety principles with a focus on the 2 imaging modalities to minimize risk to patient, self and others that may affect the patient’s safety, damage the equipment or affect the image quality.
• Provides radiation protection and other protection specific to the 2 modalities for the patient and others.
• Verifies patient identification using two patient identifiers and the procedure requested or prescribed by validating the order.
• When required by either of the 2 modalities, performs venipuncture including starting, maintaining and/or removing intravenous access.
• When required by either of the 2 modalities, identifies, prepares and/or administers medications/contrast as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• When required by either of the 2 modalities, uses a power injector for the administration of medication with approved vascular access device.
• Follows manufacturer guidelines regarding infusion rates and pressure.
• Scheduled for on-call as required
• Perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• A $25,000 sign on bonus for full time new hires
• Referral bonus incentive programs
• Competitive paid time off accrual
• Excellent health benefits through UMR
• Competitive tuition assistance for continued career growth
• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees