Lead Multi-Modality Technologist

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) seeks a Multi-Modality Lead Tech for BBEMC Radiology. You will assist the CT Manager with daily operations, monitor staff workloads, and guide team members while ensuring high-quality imaging in CT and X-ray.

You will explain procedures to patients and verify competency before imaging. Candidates must graduate from an accredited radiologic technology program, be ARRT-CT certified, SCRQSA-licensed, CPR/BLS certified, and obtain Advanced Modality

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• Must be registered with ARRT in CT.
• Licensed by SCRQSA in radiologic technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist CT Manager with daily operations of BBEMC Radiology.
• Monitor radiology staff and prioritize patient workload.
• Provide guidance and accountability to team members.
• Produce high-quality imaging across CT and X-ray modalities.
• Explain procedures to patients and ensure competency.

Skills

Radiologic technology

CT imaging

X-ray imaging

Staff supervision

Patient education

Education

Accredited radiologic technology program graduate

ARRT CT certification

SCRQSA license

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary With a $15, 000 Sign on Bonus! The Multi-Modality Lead Tech reports to the manager of CT. They are responsible for assisting the CT Manager with daily operations of the BBEMC radiology department. They will be responsible for monitoring the BBEMC radiology staff, prioritizing patient workload and providing guidance and accountability to team members. They must be able to fully function in all areas of the department. They are expected to provide quality imaging and patient care within two or more imaging modalities-CT and Xray. The technologist must be able to effectively explain the procedures to the patient and be sure they are competent in the procedure being performed. The technologist must produce images for the interpretation, and or request of, a licensed practitioner.

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC004770 ORBG - BBEMC Radiology Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-29 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift

Job Description

The Multi-Modality Lead Tech reports to the manager of CT. They are responsible for assisting the CT Manager with daily operations of the BBEMC radiology department. They will be responsible for monitoring the BBEMC radiology staff, prioritizing patient workload and providing guidance and accountability to team members. They must be able to fully function in all areas of the department. They are expected to provide quality imaging and patient care within two or more imaging modalities-CT and Xray. The technologist must be able to effectively explain the procedures to the patient and be sure they are competent in the procedure being performed. The technologist must produce images for the interpretation, and or request of, a licensed practitioner. They must be a graduate from an accredited school of radiologic technology and have one year of radiologic experience. They must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), CT and licensed by the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association. They must be able to produce very high-quality special imaging with little supervision, able to function effectively in a team-oriented environment, and be familiar with age specific criteria. They should have one year of experience as a registered Radiological Technologist as well as CT. Certification is required in CT. Must be CPR certified. Additional Job Description Education: Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology Work Experience: 1 year of Radiologic experience Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), licensed by the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA), and must obtain Advanced Modality registration within 1 year of hire date. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)
• Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
• Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent)
• Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
• Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous)
• Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
• Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)
• Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
• Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent)
• Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent)

Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that can not assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand.

Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent) Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) (Selected Positions) *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)

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