Medical Technologist

Multi-Modality Radiology Technologist

The Multi-Modality Radiology Technologist performs imaging procedures and holds national registry in a minimum of 2 modalities shown below. This position provides basic patient care, maintains equipment, transports patients, and prepares and maintains documentation.

X-ray, CT, US, MRI, Mammography, Nuclear Medicine, IR

This position's work location is on-site only.

Patient Care

• Obtains patient history.
• Educates patients/families regarding procedures and/or treatment to be performed as well as risk factors and prevention.
• Positions patients appropriately for the applicable radiographic procedure.
• Performs radiographic procedures and analysis according to departmental guidelines.
• Develops and evaluates radiographic results for technical quality, such as density, contrast, definition and distortion.
• Applies learned methodologies with independent judgment according to established policies and procedures.
• Performs prescribed procedures in accordance with established policies.
• Maintains infection prevention standards.
• Explains standard procedures and answers patient questions.
• Prepares, cleans, adjusts, inspects and maintains equipment.
• Produces quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation.
• Prepares and maintains accurate documentation, archiving imaging data as needed or required.
• Collaborates with physicians and other medical professionals.

Modality Specific

CT:

• Operate head or body scanners to create a computer generated cross-sectional image of a patient's internal organs and tissues for diagnosis of medical issues.
• Produces computerized tomographic scanner radiographs of specific areas.
• Determine and set appropriate technical parameters to accurately demonstrate anatomy and pathology.
• May perform obstetric and gynecological scans, abdominal scans, retroperitoneal scans, and radiation therapy localization.

Mammography:

• Prepares patient and equipment for mammography procedure.
• Positions patient throughout the procedures, adjusting immobilization devices for proper compression.
• Performs radiologic mammography exams, including screenings and diagnostic studies, and analysis.
• May participate in the performance of advanced mammography procedures such as stereostatic biopsies, clip placements, drainages.

MRI:

• Operates a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images used for diagnosis and treatment of patient pathologies.
• Uses knowledge of imaging techniques and cross-sectional anatomy to create high quality scans.
• Modifies technical settings and adjusts scanning parameters to enhance images and minimize unnecessary exposure.
• Start IVs and/or catheters effectively and consistently for the MRI process.
• Prepare, administer and monitor IV contrast and/or patient sedation and patient status.
• Ensure completion of screenings for pacemakers and other patient status affecting qualification for MRI.

Modality Specific (Continued)

Diagnostic/Xray:

• Performs radiographic procedures using both stationary and mobile radiographic equipment.
• Responsible for appropriate set up of the xray room and manipulation of equipment, and proper placement of patient for procedure.
• Ensure proper image capture of skeletal structure request for diagnosis and treatment purposes.
• Process and develops exposed xray film and creates xray CD copies for review and interpretation.

Ultrasound:

• Performs sonographic examinations to locate, evaluate and record critical functional, pathological and anatomic data.
• Operates ultrasonic equipment to produce images of organs and tissues for diagnostic purposes.
• Utilizes transabdominal technology to monitor patient or fetus health, detect or monitor tumors/cysts and diagnose cardiovascular conditions.
• May assist with vascular ultrasound procedures and ultrasound guided biopsies and other guided procedures.

Nuclear Medicine:

• Performs nuclear medicine procedures, demonstrating competence in performing invasive/interventional procedures.
• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals for use in both diagnostic studies and therapeutic treatments.
• Operates imaging equipment and technology to track and record radiation with the patient's body, and prepares image reports.
• Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measures.
• Follows radiation safety guidelines and documents radiopharmaceutical safe receipt, administration, storage, usage and disposal for regulatory compliance.

Quality

• Adheres to regulatory and organizational standards affecting patient care and safety as well as all hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements, demonstrating ability to troubleshoot and notify appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance.
• Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department and monitors and maintains adequate inventory of supplies and materials to ensure non-interruption of service.

Education

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