Multimodality Technologist II

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,257 - 103,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc. is seeking a Multimodality Technologist 2 for outpatient imaging in a hospital/Level I trauma and urgent care setting. The role spans multiple modalities with duties defined by the assigned modality.

Requirements include an Associate's degree in Medical Radiography, MA Radiology license, ARRT registration, BLS, 3–5 years of experience, ARRT scope certifications, and strong computer skills. A $20,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Medical Radiography required.
• License Radiology MA License required.
• Registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• 3-5 years related work experience required.
• Appropriate ARRT or equivalent certification based on modality (e.g., Mammography, MRI, Ultrasound, Vascular).
• New hires must provide BLS certification within 30 days.
• AHA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients for diagnostic exams across body areas.
• Enters instructions into computers and monitors images for accuracy.
• Evaluates image quality and completeness.
• Explains procedures to reduce patient anxiety.
• Maintains safety and hygiene practices.
• Observes patient condition and communicates with staff.
• Edits entries for accuracy and billing.

Skills

Written Communications

Oral Communications

Team Work

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Knowledge

Independence of Action

Education

Associate's degree in Medical Radiography

MA Radiology License

ARRT Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

American Heart Association (AHA) certification

AR RT registration

Tools

Clinical computer systems

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. $20,000 Sign-On Bonus! 1101 Beacon Street, Brookline MA 02446 (Free parking or MBTA stop Green Line across the street!) Outpatient, offsite practice, not hospital based. The Multimodality Technologist 2 is responsible for performing a wide range of radiology exams and procedures in a Hospital/Level I trauma and/or Urgent Care setting. Job specific duties are dependent upon the two modalities assigned (see job posting for modality details). For example: General Diagnostic/ Breast Imaging, Interventional/Neurointerventional, etc.This position meets the scope of practice as defined by the ASRT practice standard guidelines.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients for diagnostic exams of various parts of the body which includes setting up equipment and patient in relation to each other to provide best demonstration of body part under study.
• Enters instructions into computers,monitors and evaluates images for accuracy and completeness of order.
• Makes necessary adjustments when judged to be necessary.
• Evaluates image quality and completeness.
• Responds to patient's physical and psychological needs.
• Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner without causing unnecessary anxiety.
• Uses Proper Hand Hygiene before and after patient contact.
• Observes patient's condition and reports any change to nurse or physician.
• Edits computer entries for correctness of description, charges for billing, usage of contrast and reactions
• Maintains Daily Room Check list, Code Cart Compliance checks and monthly inventory checks for expired products.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Medical Radiography required.
• License Radiology MA License required.
• Registration American Registry of Rad Tech required.
• Basic Life Support required.
• 3-5 years related work experience required.
• Appropriate ARRT or equivalent certification required based on scope of practice (for example: Mammography, MRI, Ultrasound, Vascular).
• New hires will have 30 days to provide BLS certification.
• Certification has to be with the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Advanced technical computer skills as required for technical support specific to functional area and related systems.

Competencies

• Decision Making: Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.
• Problem Solving: Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.
• Independence of Action: Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.
• Written Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers.
• Oral Communications: Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.
• Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.
• Team Work: Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members.
• Customer Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Age based Competencies

• Neonatal: Birth to 6 months
• Young adult: 16-30 years
• Middle Age: 30 - 60 years
• Elderly: 60 -

Physical Nature of the Job

Physical Nature of the Job: Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 50 pounds of force frequently. Work is physically demanding and requires extended periods of standing and/or moving.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $50.50 - $75.04 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

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