Multimodality Tech PRN

Baylor Scott & White Health • Temple, TX

89d

About The Position

The Multimodality Technologist, supervised by a Radiologist, performs imaging in two or more disciplines. At least 25% of their work focuses on advanced areas like CT, MR, Nuc Med, or IR. They work with ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or licensed provider for diagnosing disease and injury, following established protocols.

Requirements

• Graduate of an Accredited Program.
• Less than 1 Year of Experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT), unless the role is MRI or Ultrasound.
• Certification in two imaging modalities from approved modalities.

Responsibilities

• Performs high-quality multimodality procedures according to exam protocol promptly.
• Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards.
• Demonstrates an understanding of radiation dose reference levels and monitoring.
• Takes action if the estimated dose exceeds set levels.
• Demonstrates and understands proper use of iSTAT point of care testing for obtaining creatinine levels.
• Utilizes AIDET to communicate with patients.
• Identifies patient service needs and ensures the correct exam is performed on the correct patient.
• Establishes rapport with patients and others.
• Communicates clearly and calmly with patients and their families about the test.
• Assesses the patient's ability to tolerate the exam.
• Prepares the patient and area for the procedure.
• Positions the patient, uses immobilization devices, and moves equipment into position.
• Uses appropriate settings and exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by following safety, infection-control, drug, and radiation policies.
• Uses sterile techniques for invasive procedures and maintains hand hygiene.
• Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards.
• Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal equipment operation.
• Reports issues to management or the appropriate department.
• Assists in maintaining the supplies inventory.
• Ensures people are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.
• Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate systems, according to department policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401 (k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree