Multi Modality Technologist I

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation in Laurel, MD seeks a multi-modality radiology technologist to perform routine and specialized diagnostic imaging procedures in CT and X-ray.

The role operates under general supervision with a M-F schedule (9:30a–6p) and requires ARRT registration, an accredited radiologic technology program, and the ability to work across patient types and modalities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, Certificate, or advanced degree in radiologic technology, or modalities of employment, from a program accredited by an agency recognized by the USDE or CHEA.
• Registered with American Registry Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
• Working competency in additional modality; no experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and specialized diagnostic imaging in at least two modalities.
• Selects accurate technical factors for individual patients and ensures patient care appropriate to age.
• Administers contrast according to facility policy.
• Follows radiology principles, safety, and physics; positions patients correctly.
• Complies with Joint Commission, State, Federal, and departmental standards.
• Documents patient care activities in electronic health records.
• Maintains a safe work environment and inventories supplies.
• Reports equipment or environmental issues per policy.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives and staff training.

Skills

ARRT Registered

Education

Radiologic technology degree

Job description

Job Requirements

Multi-Modality role in CT and X-raySchedule: M-F; 930a-6pJob SummaryUnder general supervision, performs routine and specialized diagnostic imaging procedures in at least two imaging modalities.

Primary Responsibilities

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.

• Executes basic clinical competence in general radiology, in all locations across all patient types; in addition, performs exams and procedures as needed in one of the following modalities: CT, MRI, Mammography, and/or Interventional Radiology in accordance to facility protocols.
• Selects accurate technical factors on an individual patient basis and demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age of the patient.
• Administers contrast according to facility policy.
• Applies knowledge of radiology principles and practices, including anatomy and physiology, radiation/MR safety and physics, patient positioning and patient care skills.
• Adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal and departmental regulatory compliance standards.
• Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems.
• Ensures a safe and appropriate work environment.
• Maintains supplies and inventory in area. Informs appropriate colleague when supplies need to be ordered from outside vendors.
• Documents and reports related equipment/environmental problems in accordance with policy.
• Actively participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience and quality.
• Actively participates in student and employee training and educational activities
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Work Experience Education & Experience - Required

Associate degree, Certificate, or advanced degree in radiologic technology, or modalities of employment, from a program accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Working competency in additional modality No experience required

Registered with American Registry Radiologic Technology (ARRT)

PreferredCT