Multimodality Technologist II

Medical University of South Carolina; Orleans Estates (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic exams including x-ray, C-arm, and bone density imaging. You will follow radiation safety, infection control, and patient care standards while coordinating with radiologists and ordering providers.

Applicants should have an accredited radiologic technology degree, ARRT registrations in Radiology and CT, and SCRQSA licensure with BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Minimum of 2 years independent work experience.
• Registered in Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
• Registered in Computed Tomography (ARRT CT).
• Licensed by SCRQSA and BLS certified.

Responsibilities

• Perform exams in radiologic imaging (x-ray, c-arm, bone density) per ordering provider and radiologist.
• Maintain knowledge of radiation protection, infection control and standard precautions.
• Conduct patient assessments and provide timely, professional care.
• Review history and orders; educate patients on procedures and equipment.
• Prepare and administer contrast media/medications within scope; monitor patient status.
• Prepare equipment; select exposure factors; run quality control; troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Position patients and perform imaging; analyze results and address image quality issues.
• Enter, transmit and report scan results; rotate coverage to other outreach sites as needed.
• Ensure independence with minimal supervision.

Job description

Job Description Summary

Entity

University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC002018 UMA AMB RADI NA Clinic-Prof Svcs-Radiology CC

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-29

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Job Purpose

• Radiologic Technologists provide exams in the field of radiologic imaging to include diagnostic x-ray, c-arm, and bone density to the specifications of the ordering provider and radiologist’s needs.
• Maintains knowledge concerning radiation protection and safety in addition to infection control and standard precautions.
• Preform patient assessments and provide patient care in a timely, professional, efficient, and safe manner.
• Cat Scan Technologists review patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits, and reports scan results.
• May be required to provide coverage for other outreach sites located in Mt. Pleasant, North Charleston, and West Ashley.

Education and Work Experience

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Minimum of 2 years independent work experience.
• Registered in Radiologic Technology
• Registered Computed Tomography.

Licensures, Registrations, Certifications

• Current registration in Radiology from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist.
• Current registration in Radiology from the American Registry in Computed Tomography.
• Current licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association.
• BLS certification.

Degree of Supervision

• Employee must be able to work independently with minimal supervision of supervising technologist.

Additional Job Description

Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program. Work Experience: At least 2 years of multi-modality experience. Registration/Certification: Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), ARRT Advanced Modality Registration, and licensed by the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA). Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required. Skill Sets: Fully competent in advanced modality skill sets and flexible to rotate.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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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