Multi-Modality Technologist 2 - Radiology - The Jewish Hospital

Mercy Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentives

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance and continuing ed

Job summary

Mercy Health’s The Jewish Hospital seeks a Multi-Modality Technologist 2 to perform two imaging modalities, ensure safety, and support diagnostic imaging with quality results.

You will verify patient data, prepare contrast, and collaborate with radiologists and clinicians in a fast-paced healthcare setting. On-call duties may be required, with commitment to patient-centered care and safety.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in radiologic tech or approved program.
• ARRT certification (RDMS/CNMT) required/preferred.
• State licensure preferred or required by state.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties for two imaging modalities (e.g., XR, CT, MRI).
• Ensures radiation safety and image quality per protocols.
• Obtains patient history and relevant labs for interpreter use.
• Verifies patient identity and procedure orders.
• On-call as required.
• Administers contrast as prescribed and monitors patient status.

Skills

De-escalation

Teamwork

Patient-centered care

Safety awareness

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology or approved program

ARRT certification (RDMS/CNMT)

State licensure (preferred)

Tools

EPIC EHR

PACS

RIS

Job description

Who We Are

We believe your best is yet to come. At Mercy Health, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life in giving good help to those in need. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best - in service of our patients and our Mission.

Mercy Health

We believe your best is yet to come. At Mercy Health, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life in giving good help to those in need. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best - in service of our patients and our Mission.

Multi-Modality Technologist 2 - The Jewish Hospital

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of a multi-modality technologist performs any 2 combination of procedures with related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independent practitioner.

Essential Functions

• Performs duties for any 2 imaging modalities. (ex: XR, CT, MRI) (ex: ARRT, RDMS)
• Meets any continuing education or clinical requirements as required by regulatory standards
• Operates equipment, accessories and is knowledgeable in workflows, procedures and processes of the 2 imaging modalities.
• Selecting appropriate imaging/sequences with consideration given to approved protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
• Obtains patient's clinical history and appropriate lab work ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner. Use of POC device for Lab work.
• Applies Safety principles with a focus on the 2 imaging modalities to minimize risk to patient, self and others that may affect the patient’s safety, damage the equipment or affect the image quality.
• Provides radiation protection and other protection specific to the 2 modalities for the patient and others.
• Verifies patient identification using two patient identifiers and the procedure requested or prescribed by validating the order.
• When required by either of the 2 modalities, performs venipuncture including starting, maintaining and/or removing intravenous access.
• When required by either of the 2 modalities, identifies, prepares and/or administers medications/contrast as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• When required by either of the 2 modalities, uses a power injector for the administration of medication with approved vascular access device. Follows manufacturer guidelines regarding infusion rates and pressure.
• Scheduled for on-call as required

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

• Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute or of an approved Nucelar Medicine Technology program or of an approved School of Ultrasound/Medical Sonography (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications

• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) or CNMT (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist) (required)

Required to be competent in 2 of the following and obtain certification within 12 months

• Bone Densitometry (BD)
• Breast Sonography (BS)
• Radiologic Technology (R)
• Computed Tomography (CT)
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR)
• Ultrasonography (S)
• Nuclear Medicine (N)
• Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CV)* grandfathered
• Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI)
• Cardiac Sonographer (CS)
• Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI)
• Mammography (M)
• Vascular Sonography (VS)
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
• Certified Neurointerventional Clinician (CNIC) board certification
• Class A CDL or Class B CDL (Commercial Driver's License)** for locations with mobile mammography program only
• BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)

Experience

• 1 year of experience in healthcare environment (preferred)

Skills & Abilities

• De-escalation
• Physical interventions
• Patient Centered care
• Performing medical and safety screenings
• Working within an interdisciplinary team
• Monitor patient condition during treatment
• Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
• Record patient medical histories
• Analyzing data or information
• Scheduling
• Attention to detail
• Acceptance of authority
• Critical thinking
• Communication with family members
• Teamwork
• Professional communication
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• Relationship building

Training

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)
• Radiology Information System (RIS) (preferred)
• IV Contrast Administration (preferred)

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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