Position Summary:
Under the leadership of the Director, Medical Imaging, the Multi Modality Radiologic Technologist isan active member of the Medical Imaging team that delivers professional medical imagining services consistent with the strategic vision, goals, philosophy and direction of the department and CRHS. Performs radiographic procedures at a technical level with minimal to no supervision from the Director. Conducts specialized areas of radiologic technology that include mammography, bone densitometry, MRI, and computed tomography. Maintains the qualifications to provide care for patients across the full spectrum of age groups: neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.
 
Basic Qualifications:
· Education:
Requires an Associate’s degree in Radiology or Radiologic Sciences or successful completion of a technical or vocational certificate.
· Experience:
This is an entry level job that requires up to two years of work-related experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
· Licensure, Registrations & Certifications:
Requires current valid license, registration/or and certifications as an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Maintains a current certification in Basic Life Support (If BLS verification is not current upon hire, it must be obtained within three (3) months of hire.)
 
Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with the healthcare team members to ensure the patient's well-being as evidenced by staff/client feedback.
• Performs all the job duties associated with the Radiologic Technologist.
• Conducts basic radiologic studies using C-arm and portable equipment within the department, ED, or in surgery suites.
• Operates within the A.L.A.R.A radiation standards of care.
• Employs the use of sterile technique and protocol during surgical or sterile procedures.
• Conducts specialized areas of radiologic technology that may include mammography, bone densitometry, MRI and/or computed tomography (CT).
• Processes and demonstrates a detailed knowledge of positioning and anatomy to facilitate the desired views as per physician orders.
• Functions as part of an interdisciplinary team with positive interpersonal communication skills when communicating with patients, families, visitors, physicians and staff in all departments of the organization.
• Obtains required billing data and account registration ensuring that the ordered procedure matches the diagnosis on the requisition.
• Uses appropriate IV sterile technique in the administration of diagnostic contrast media and is knowledgeable about sign and symptoms of reactions.

· Provides a safe environment for patients, visitors and employees through identifying, correcting and reporting health and safety hazards.

• Ensures the use of all necessary protective and monitoring equipment (badges, aprons, etc.) for self and others throughout the work shift.
• Evaluates Medical Imaging quality, satisfaction and regulatory standards to ensure compliance.
• Works to continually identify new approaches that improve the quality and timeliness of Medical Imagingservices provided.
• Follows all department policies and procedures and ensures compliance with all federal and state laws, regulations and JCAHO requirements.
• Participates in staff development programs, CEU classes and regularly scheduled in-service programs.
• Mentors new employees as requested.

· Performs other related job duties as assigned.