Dual Modality Technologist (MRI/CT)

Townsen Memorial Hospital is looking for a Dual Modality Technologist to join our team!

The Dual Modality Technologist is responsible for performing quality imaging through the application of advanced technical knowledge while maintaining strict attention to patient care. The Technologist works in the MRI/CT department performing physician requested MRI/CT images.

Essential Functions

Computed Tomography

• Sets up and operate radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients
• Selects proper ionizing factors for radiologic diagnosis
• Positions patient and set up and adjust equipment to obtain the best quality x-ray of the specific body area requested by the physician
• Takes preventative steps to minimize radiation exposure to the patient and fellow staff
• Adjusts and sets radiographic controls, such as kilovoltage and milliamperage, to prescribed specifications for proper timing of exposure
• Regulates the length and intensity of film exposure
• Positions and restrains patients; and takes X-rays of patients’ chest, limbs, or other body parts as requested by the physicians
• Checks X-ray for clarity of image, and retakes X-rays when needed
  
  

Magnetic Resonance Image

• Set up and operate MRI scanners used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients
• Positions patient and set up and adjust equipment to obtain the best quality MRI image of the specific body area requested by the physician
• Takes extra care to screen all patients to make sure patients do NOT have any metal in or on the patient’s body
• Address patient concerns during the procedure, and explain the MRI process to the patient in a way that is informative but also reassuring
• Positions and restrains patients; and takes MRI of patients’ chest, limbs, or other body parts as requested by the physicians
• Checks MRI for clarity of image, and retakes MRI when needed
  
  

Operations

• Distributes films to appropriate medical staff and transfer images to electronic medical records (EMR)
• Maintains quantity and quality control checks to assure equipment meets standards required by laws, rules, and facility policy
• Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to equipment, including determining repairs needed to
  
  

equipment

• Maintains supplies, film, and equipment
• Assures that all materials and other required equipment, are present and in working order
• Follows all safety rules on the job. Reports all accidents promptly and corrects minor safety
  
  

hazards. Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of diagnostic radiographic procedures
• Knowledge of basic chemistry, film apparatus, and film processing techniques
• Knowledge of how disease and injuries are diagnosed and imaged radiographically
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the work
• Knowledge of human anatomy
• Knowledge of computer and relevant software applications
• Strong attention to detail: being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks
• Ability to work independently by guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending one oneself to get things done
• Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow
  
  

Education And Experience

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or Associates Degree in Radiology Studies
• Licensed by the Medical State Board of Texas as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT)
• Registered MRI Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-MR); or
• Registered Radiological Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT MR & CT),
  
  

and

• Registered MRI Technologist by the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Two (2) years of experience in more than one specialty modality
  
  

Townsen Memorial Hospital is an accredited network of facilities with an emphasis on emergency care, outpatient surgery, and diagnostics and imaging. Our core mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based patient care to those we serve. At Townsen Memorial, we encompass diversity, dignity, and inclusiveness as a reflection of our core values. Townsen Memorial is committed to driving cutting edge healthcare to our patients, our communities and each other.

Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Employment for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.