Multi-Modality Technologist

MedStar Radiology Network•Bethesda, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

MedStar Radiology Network is seeking an experienced Multi-Modality Technologist specializing in mammography, DEXA, and radiography for a full-time, Monday–Friday day-shift position at an outpatient imaging center in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Under the direction of the Radiology Medical Director, the technologist performs breast imaging and related procedures, producing images and data for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner. The role supports safe, compliant imaging services, contributes to the imaging center team, and participates in improving clinical practice. The technologist obtains and documents orders and relevant patient history, addresses patient needs during procedures, follows mammography protocols and MQSA requirements, and applies ALARA principles. The role includes preparing and positioning patients, performing procedures, assessing image quality and exposure factors, maintaining digital archives and supplies, providing patient and staff education, and participating in quality assurance and performance improvement activities. Additional duties may include venipuncture, medication administration, point-of-care creatinine clearance testing, student instruction, and assistance across other imaging areas as needed.

Requirements

Up to 5 years of experience as a Mammography Technologist.
At least an associate degree in Radiology or graduation from an accredited two-year radiology program.
Current, valid ARRT registration in Radiography.
ARRT advanced registration in Mammography upon hire.
Meet the state licensure requirements for the state of practice.
Skill in operating mammography equipment and applicable ancillary equipment.
Ability to work independently and multitask.
Ability to document accurately and concisely.
Understanding of human cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology, radiopharmacology, and medical terminology.
Knowledge of computer applications, including information and billing systems, keyboard input, digital archiving, and data retrieval.

Responsibilities

Receive, relay, and document verbal, written, and electronic orders in the patient's medical record.
Corroborate the patient's clinical history with the physician's order and procedure, and ensure relevant information is documented and available for interpretation.
Verify informed consent when applicable.
Assume responsibility for patient needs during procedures.
Know and assist with MQSA regulations, and apply ALARA principles to minimize radiation exposure.
Perform venipuncture and maintain intravenous access when needed or required and prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
Identify, prepare, and administer medications as prescribed and directed by a licensed independent practitioner, in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Evaluate images for technical quality and ensure proper patient identification is recorded.
Conduct point-of-care creatinine clearance testing when needed or required under established protocols or practitioner direction.
Provide education to patients, students, and other health care providers.
Perform ongoing quality assurance activities.
Identify, prepare, and position patients, and perform procedures using established mammography protocols or practitioner instructions to achieve the highest quality images.
Provide or assist with physical breast inspection or palpation.
Determine image exposure factors and image pathologic breast specimens.
Maintain archival storage of digital data as appropriate and assist with supply inventory.
Instruct students and residents and perform preceptor duties when required.
Maintain the appearance and readiness of exam rooms, equipment, and supplies.
Participate in performance improvement activities.
Use AIDET and HEAL practices when interacting with patients and customers.
Assist other imaging modalities or areas as assigned or when workload permits.
Attend and participate in staff meetings, in-services, and center-wide meetings as scheduled.
Perform other duties as assigned.