Multimodality Tech FT Nights

Baylor Scott & White Health•Frisco, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Multimodality Technologist performs imaging in two or more disciplines under the supervision of a Radiologist. At least 25% of the work focuses on an advanced area such as CT, MR, nuclear medicine, or interventional radiology. The technologist works with ambulatory and hospital patients at a physician or licensed provider’s request to help diagnose disease and injury, following established protocols. This position covers CT and X-ray and is listed as full-time nights with 12-hour shifts at Baylor Medical Center - Centennial in Frisco, Texas.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program.
Two years of experience.
BLS certification within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Texas Medical Board licensure as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT), unless the role is MRI or Ultrasound.
Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography in two imaging modalities.
Work 50% of the time in the second modality.
Hold certifications in approved imaging modalities. The posting lists ARRT-R, ARRT-CT, ARRT-CV, ARRT-M, ARRT-MR, ARRT-N, ARRT-S, ARRT-VI, ARRT-BS, ARRT-BD, ARRT-CI, RDMS-AB, RDMS-BR, RDMS-FE, RDMS-OB, RDMS-PS, RVT, CNMT, and ARMRIT.

Responsibilities

Perform high-quality multimodality procedures promptly and according to exam protocols and established imaging standards.
Monitor radiation dose reference levels, take action when estimated doses exceed set levels, and arrange patient follow-up when appropriate.
Use iSTAT point-of-care testing appropriately to obtain creatinine levels.
Communicate with patients using AIDET, verify the correct patient and exam, establish rapport, explain tests clearly, and assess patients’ ability to tolerate exams.
Prepare patients and procedure areas, position patients, use immobilization devices, position equipment, and select appropriate settings and exposure factors.
Follow safety, infection-control, drug, and radiation policies; use sterile techniques for invasive procedures and maintain hand hygiene.
Maintain equipment and work areas to quality and cleanliness standards; coordinate with engineers and physicists, report issues, help manage supplies, and screen people entering the department according to approved procedures.
Obtain, verify, and maintain relevant documentation, including requisitions, charts, patient history, and pregnancy status.
Maintain medical imaging records in the appropriate systems according to department policies and procedures.
Provide timely, accurate, cost-efficient service in compliance with system and regulatory standards.
Resolve issues appropriately, remain calm and helpful under stress, and use first aid and the emergency cart effectively.
Support customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, reviewing patient satisfaction scores, and developing action plans when needed.
Maintain current knowledge, continuing education, and skills appropriate to the care of all age groups.
Precept and train new team members and train current teams on new services and initiatives.
Take call if required.