Multimodality Technologist II

Medical University of South Carolina•Charleston, SC

About The Position

Radiologic Technologists perform radiologic imaging exams, including diagnostic X-ray, C-arm, and bone density, according to ordering-provider specifications and radiologist needs. The role requires knowledge of radiation protection, safety, infection control, and standard precautions, as well as timely, professional, efficient, and safe patient assessment and care. The technologist reviews patient history and physician orders, explains procedures and equipment to patients, and prepares and administers contrast media or medications within their scope of practice. They monitor patients and respond to changes in condition, prepare equipment and supplies, select exposure factors and imaging parameters, follow safety standards, perform equipment quality-control procedures, and troubleshoot or report equipment malfunctions. The technologist positions patients and performs imaging procedures, evaluates image quality, takes corrective action when needed, and enters, transmits, and reports scan results. Coverage at outreach sites in Mt. Pleasant, North Charleston, and West Ashley may be required. The employee must work independently with minimal supervision from a supervising technologist and be competent in advanced modality skills and flexible to rotate.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
At least 2 years of independent work experience.
At least 2 years of multi-modality experience.
Current registration in Radiology with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
ARRT Advanced Modality Registration; the description also specifies current registration in Computed Tomography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Current licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA).
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
Competency in advanced modality skill sets and flexibility to rotate.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic X-ray, C-arm, and bone-density exams according to ordering-provider specifications and radiologist needs.
Maintain knowledge of radiation protection, safety, infection control, and standard precautions.
Assess patients and provide timely, professional, efficient, and safe care.
Review patient histories and physician orders; explain procedures, equipment, and exams to patients.
Prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
Monitor patient condition and report or respond to changes as appropriate.
Prepare equipment and supplies; select appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
Implement safety standards and perform equipment quality-control procedures.
Troubleshoot, resolve, or report equipment malfunctions.
Position patients and perform imaging procedures.
Analyze imaging results, identify image-quality issues, and take appropriate corrective action, including repositioning patients and repeating procedures.
Enter, transmit, and report scan results.
Provide coverage at outreach sites in Mt. Pleasant, North Charleston, and West Ashley when required.
Work independently with minimal supervision and rotate among advanced modalities as needed.