Multi-Modality I Technologist, Full Time - Days, $10,000 Sign On Bonus, Mrh: Mrh - Ct Scan

Summary

The Multi-Modality Technologist I provides diagnostic imaging in multiple specialties in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization. Spends a minimum of 25% of time practicing in secondary discipline.

This technologist is licensed in both CT and Diagnostic X-Ray and required to work in both modalities.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Takes on call shift responsibilities as required by the department.
• Assists with preparation and administration of contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s) taking appropriate action to resolve image quality issues. Enters, transmits and reports scan results.
• Charges appropriately for all supplies used for procedure(s).
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.

Essential

Competencies and skills:

• CUSTOMER SERVICE: Demonstrates commitment to service excellence by promptly addressing internal/external customer issues/requests, resolving concerns while maintaining a professional image and behavior to build and enhance the patient/family/customer experience.
• STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR: Acts in a manner that supports the standards of communication, respect, privacy, and teamwork by demonstrating a commitment to professional and ethical conduct.
• ACCOUNTABILITY: Accepts ownership of job roles and specific assignments/goals; works independently, takes responsibility for own actions; admits mistakes and judgment errors; and accepts constructive feedback. Connects personal work results to the accomplishment of team and organizational goals.
• RESPONDING TO CHANGE: Accepts change and adapts in a positive and productive manner; handles unexpected situations and changes in direction calmly and with confidence. Views new assignments and job responsibilities as an opportunity for growth.

Education

Essential:

• Accredited Program

Essential

Education specialization:

• Imaging

Credentials

Essential:

• ARRT - American Registry of Radiology Tech
• BLS Certification
• Certified Radiologic Technologist
• BLS American Heart E-Card

Essential

Education equivalent experience:

Other Information

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication, decisive judgment, and the ability to build and foster positive relationships. The incumbent must be able to lead others and take appropriate action when required.

Required Work Experience: One (1) year of technologist experience in a hospital setting.

• Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in either of the following within one (1) year of hire date: Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), or Vascular Interventional Radiology (VI).

Essential

Working conditions:

• Hazardous Chemicals 60.00%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient 60.00%
• Moving Mechanical Parts 40.00%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm 60.00%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater 60.00%
• Latex 20.00%
• Audible Speech 80.00%
• Computer Monitor 60.00%
• Potential Electric Shock 20.00%
• Kneeling 60.00%
• Fire Risk 20.00%
• Domestic Animals 20.00%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights 20.00%
• Squatting 20.00%
• Magnetic Fields 60.00%
• Sitting 60.00%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens 60.00%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes 60.00%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg 20.00%
• Walking 60.00%
• Heating Devices 20.00%
• Hearing Acuity 80.00%
• Bending and Stooping 40.00%
• Hazardous Medication 60.00%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient 60.00%
• Radiation 80.00%
• Standing 40.00%
• Reaching 60.00%
• Bio hazardous Waste 60.00%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 60.00%
• Needles/Sharp Objects 60.00%
• Distinguish Color 80.00%
• Seeing - Near 80.00%
• Seeing - Far 80.00%
• Lifting or Carrying 25.01 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient 60.00%
• Potential for Physical Assault 20.00%
• Keyboard Entry 20.00%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient 60.00%
• Climbing 60.00%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids 60.00%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient 60.00%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces 20.00%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory 60.00%
• Depth Perception 80.00%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion 60.00%

Organizational Profile

Since the opening of the one-story, 100-bed Memorial Hospital in 1953, the South Florida community has benefited from caring and compassionate healthcare at Memorial Regional Hospital. Today, with 553 beds and as the flagship facility of Memorial Healthcare System, Memorial Regional Hospital is one of Florida’s largest and most sophisticated hospitals, offering leading-edge care and technologies. Services include:

• Memorial Cardiac and Vascular Institute
• Emergency Room and Level I Trauma Center
• Medical and Surgical Services
• Memorial Cancer Institute
• The Family Birthplace
• Wasie Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
• Memorial Neuroscience Institute
• Women’s Services

We are also home to a team of dedicated professionals, all of whom deliver nationally recognized, award-winning care. Memorial Regional Hospital has received Press Ganey’s Guardian of Excellence Award for Patient Satisfaction (Inpatient Behavioral Health) for three consecutive years, has been recognized by Truven Health Analytics as one of the nation’s 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals, and for the last seven years has received the Gold Plus Achievement Award from the American Stroke Association.

Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.