Lead Multi-Modality Technologist - Sedona Job Sedona Arizona USA,Healthcare

Overview

The Lead Multi-modality Technologist position is responsible for performing imaging procedures in two or more modalities while providing leadership to a team of technologists. This position serves as a procedure specialist and leads a team of radiology technologists in two or more modalities.

Any lead over two or more modalities – Required to be registered in those modalities as well.

This position's location is on-site only.

Responsibilities Leadership*

* Provide team leadership to staff in the department.
* Act as a resource and first point of escalation resource to address the needs of staff, patients and families.
* Serve as a procedure specialist and subject matters expert on modality and its process and procedures.
* Acts as the day-to-day lead for operations of the department and assures efficient operation of workflow of the department.
* Responsible for maintaining the work schedule, workflow and staff schedules for the department.
* Participates in the hiring process, performance evaluation and handling of issues, and in problem solving for the team.

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 patients 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 stereo static 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…