Multi Modality Technologist - Radiology Diagnostic TX

Description

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Summary :

With minimum supervision, the Multi-Modality Technologist will competently function in two (2) or more modalities within the Imaging Department. This can include Diagnostic Radiology, MRI, CT, Ultrasound, Special Procedures, Nuclear Medicine, or Mammography. Performs various technical procedures requiring independent judgment and is responsible for designated areas or procedures as needed or assigned in two (2) or more modalities.

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital – San Marcos, which originated in 1923 as Hays County Soldiers, Sailors and Marines Memorial Hospital, opened at its current Wonder World Drive location in 1983. Our staff of more than 700 Associates works with more than 300 active and consulting physicians to provide quality services to patients and their families. For more than 20 consecutive years, we have been named The Best Hospital in Hays County in the annual “Best of Hays” publication released by the San Marcos Daily Record. In addition to interventional cardiac services, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital – San Marcos is a Certified Chest Pain Center and an accredited Primary Stroke Center. We lead the region in da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery and offers a variety of specialty care services including medical imaging, rehabilitation, hospice, women’s services and more.

Responsibilities :

Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies : Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.

Performs a variety of diagnostic procedures, some of a more complex nature, utilizing state-of-the-art computerized imaging equipment in more than one (1) modality.

Requires flexibility to work competently within assigned modalities as needed or assigned.

Interacts appropriately with patients and all care providers by coordinating and prioritizing procedures during the workday to maintain a high level of patient care and continuity.

Possesses the ability and willingness to rotate within departments and clinics for proper coverage as needed or assigned.

Upon completion of procedures, program the computer to ensure completion of the exam and all scan data is correctly stored in PACS.

Ensures exam rooms are neat, clean, and adequately stocked before exams are performed and acts to ensure compliance with Infection Control standards.

Coordinates and prioritizes procedures during the workday to maintain a high level of patient care and continuity.

Ensures all charges are correctly coded and entered in the billing system.

Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Excellent customer service skills required.

Adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and / or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.

Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards as outlined by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.

Demonstrates adherence to the Core values of CHRISTUS Health

Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements : Education / Skills

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required

Experience

1 year of experience in a medical setting required

Basic computer experience required

Excellent customer service experience required

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

One of the following primary modality registries / certifications (active) is required : Radiography (R) (ARRT)

Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) (ARRT or NMTCB)

Sonography (S) (ARRT or ARDMS)

One of the following postprimary modality registries / certifications (active) is required : Mammography (M) (ARRT)

CT (ARRT)

MRI (ARRT)

Bone Densitometry (BD) (ARRT)

Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) (ARRT)

Breast Sonography (ARRT)

Vascular Sonography (VS) (ARRT)

State Licensure required based on modality Texas : MRT by TMB

Louisiana : LRT (R), (N), or (F) by LSRTBE

New Mexico : RRT, DMS, NMT, CT, FUS, MRT, or VS by MIRTP NMED

BLS required

Work Schedule : Varies

Work Type : Full Time