Multimodality Technician

Medical University of South Carolina; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Weekend differential

Shift pay and overtime

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a multi-modality radiologic technologist to provide quality imaging and patient care across two or more modalities. You will explain procedures to patients, produce images for interpretation, and work with licensed practitioners.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited radiologic technology program, ARRT registration (or within 6 months), SC radiation licensure, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• ARRT registration required or must obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Licensure as applicable and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and perform complex specialized tasks for multi-modality exams.
• Maintain image quality by following standards and procedures.
• Perform equipment quality checks and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Provide exemplary patient care ensuring comfort and safety.
• Exercise independent judgment with minimal supervision.

Skills

Patient care

Imaging quality

Equipment troubleshooting

Quality control

Independent judgment

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology

Job description

Job Description Summary

$15,000 sign-on bonus

Multi-modality technologist provides quality imaging and patient care within two or more imaging modalities. Technologists must be able to effectively explain the procedures to the patient and be sure they are competent in the procedure being performed. Technologists 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

CC004790 ORBG - Radiology Dept

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-29

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation & Incentives

• Sign-on bonus: $15,000
• Shift Differentials: Weekend Day: +$2.30/hr
• Additional pay: (call pay, overtime etc.)

Shift Details

• Schedule: Varies
• Hours: Varies

Responsibilities

• Schedule and perform complex specialized tasks associated with Multi-modality exams in a timely manner.
• Maintain production and quality of images by following established standards and procedures.
• Perform equipment quality checks and independently troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
• Provide exemplary patient care to ensure comfort and safety of patients within and outside of the department.
• Exercise independent judgment, initiative, and ingenuity with minimal supervision

Additional Job Description

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.

Experience

2+ years of multi-modality work experience.

Credentials

• Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), If not registered must obtain the registry within 6 months of hire.
• Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHArecognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
• Must obtain Advance Modality Registration within 1 year of hire date.

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 cannot 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)

Why Join US

• Competitive compensation + incentives
• Flexible scheduling options
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for growth and specialization
• Modern equipment and technology

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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