Acute Multi-Modality Technologist I

Banner Health; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Baywood Medical Center in Mesa, AZ is seeking an experienced Acute Multimodality Tech to perform CT/MRI and related imaging procedures. This role covers day shifts at Banner Baywood and Banner Heart Hospital, with potential modality rotation based on licensure and patient needs.

The ideal candidate will hold ARRT/NMTCB/ARDMS certifications, state licensure where required, and BLS. Expect a collaborative, patient-centered environment with a strong commitment to safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Requires national certification from ARRT/NMTCB/ARDMS based on modalities and licensure by the state.
• Advance certification in a specialty required for two or more modalities for hires after Aug 1, 2019.
• BLS certification required.
• Typically 2 years of Radiologic Technologist experience.
• Must rotate across modalities as needed.
• Certification in two or more modalities: Radiologic (X-ray), CT, DEXA, Mammography, Bone Sonography, Angiography.

Responsibilities

• Performs prescribed procedures following orders and department policies.
• Educates patients and families; contributes to teamwork and efficient use of resources.
• Produces high-quality images and maintains documentation.
• Demonstrates competency in invasive/interventional procedures where applicable.
• Performs equipment QC and maintains a safe environment; reports issues.
• Keeps patient information confidential and adheres to ethical standards.
• Manages department workflow and inventory to prevent service interruptions.
• Rotates through modalities as needed to match licensure.

Skills

Team orientation

Self-motivated

Adaptability

Dependability

Education

Radiologic Technology certificate/diploma

ARRT/NMTCB/ARDMS certification

State licensure where applicable

Tools

CT/MRI imaging equipment

Job description

Primary City/State: Mesa, Arizona Department Name: CT Scanning-Hosp Work Shift: Day Job Category: Clinical Care Eligible for hire on incentive! Great careers are built at Banner Health. We understand that talented health care professionals appreciate having options. We are proud to offer our team members many career and lifestyle choices throughout our network of facilities. We are looking for someone that is team orientated, self-motivated, adapts well to change, dependable, and embraces Banner's Core Values. Location: Banner Baywood Medical Center.6644 E. Baywood Ave Mesa AZ 85206 Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9a-730p. Call and Holiday required. We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Acute Multimodality Tech to join our team. The ideal candidate will embody our commitment to a people-centered, collaborative culture and demonstrate compassion, kindness, and resiliency in high-pressure situations. Currently looking for a CT/MRI technologist, CT/NM technologist, or CT/Xray Technologist. Day to day: This position performs procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures, and protocols for both Banner Baywood Medical Center and Banner Heart Hospital. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population. There will be floating to different modalities according to your licensures when needed. Banner Baywood Medical Center is a 332-bed hospital in Mesa, Arizona serving the health care needs of the dynamic and growing East Valley communities of metropolitan Phoenix. We provide complete acute care services including cancer, stroke, emergency medicine, and surgery. Located next to Banner Baywood Medical Center is Banner Heart Hospital that specializes in providing the most advanced cardiovascular care in an environment of clinical excellence, compassion, and healing. With 111 beds, we are one of the largest freestanding heart hospitals in the nation. We have also been named one of the nation's 100 Top Hospitals for cardiovascular care by Thomson-Reuters. Our facilities include 28 cardiovascular intensive care beds, 67 telemetry beds, a 16-bed interventional stay unit, two endovascular suites, six OR suites, six cardiac cath labs, two electrophysiology labs and a non-invasive cardiology unit. Banner Baywood Medical Center is a 342 bed hospital serving the health care needs of the dynamic and growing East Valley communities of metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona. We provide complete acute care services and outpatient services to include but not limited to cancer, stroke, women's health, rehabilitation, emergency medicine and surgery. Our Emergency Department treats a variety of ailments and offers advanced treatment areas, with 68 beds, seeing over 50,000 patients per year. We are certified as pediatric prepared as well as designated as a Trauma level 3 emergency room. In addition, our comprehensive orthopedic unit is one of the nation’s premier orthopedic programs. The unit's commitment to excellent patient care has earned a 4 STAR rating by CMS and repeated recognition as having one of the Top 100 Orthopedic Programs in the U.S. by The Health Network and HCIA, Inc. Because we are also a leader in neurological medicine, people throughout Arizona come to us when they need treatment for conditions of the brain, spine and nervous system.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Performs procedures by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.
2. Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.
3. Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.
4. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies if applicable.
5. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to safety policies.
6. Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to the radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.
7. Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.
8. Independently performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients.

Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team.

External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology programs.
• Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) based on modalities in which they will be conducting work and licensure by the state regulatory agency as applicable.
• As of August 1, 2019, all Multi-Modality Technologist's hired on or after August 1,2019 will be required to have an advance certification by an accrediting body in a specialty if applicable.
• BLS certification required.
• This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 2 years of Radiologic Technologist experience.
• Must be actively working in each certified modality, in accordance with the needs of the facility.
• The Multi-Modality Technologist I will be required to rotate and cover department scheduling as needed and required in areas where obtained certifications apply.
• Multi-Modality Technologist I requires certification in two (2) or more of the following modalities: Radiologic (X-ray), Computed Tomography (CT), Bone Densitometry (DEXA), Mammography, Breast Sonography, Angiography.
• Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
• An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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