Multimodality Technologist

Job description

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Performs high quality Computed Tomography(CT)*, mammographic**, radiographic exams and procedures to aide in medical diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease.

Major Responsibilities

1.

Works with Gundersen Health System patient and families to provide compassionate, individualized care in the provision of Imaging services.

2.

Understands and applies the concepts of radiography and or mammography/CT when performing patient exams.

3.

Demonstrates accurate knowledge of established protocols and equipment operation when performing exams on patients.

4.

Provides the best images possible to radiologists and providers for interpretation.

5.

Provides high quality service to customers in a cost effective and efficient manner.

6.

Carefully observes and follows all departmental radiation, mechanical and electrical safety policies.

Pays particular attention to patient safety in regards to positioning patients.

Keeps rooms and equipment clean and safe for operation.

Reports an erratic machine operation or potential unsafe situations to Medical Physicist or Biomedical Engineers.

7.

Educates patients regarding exam or procedure.

8.

Prepares and administers contrast media and or medications within accepted scope of practice.

9.

Assumes responsibility to provide a quality learning environment for patients, their families, students and co-workers.

10.

Utilizes knowledge of regulatory compliance when working with patients and their associated charges.

11.

Maintains confidentiality with others regarding patient and organizational information.

12.

Responsible for attending staff meetings, in-services and continuing education.

Continually strives to learn new technical information.

13.

Technologist may be assigned to a primary site but is required to cover other sites as needed.

14.

Performs quality control procedures on applicable equipment and evaluates images to meet ACR and MQSA requirements.

15.

Adheres to regular and predictable attendance.

16.

Personally interacts, engages with and cares for patients.

17.

Ensures patient safety.

18.

Performs other job-related responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Learning:

REQUIRED

Post High School education in a specialized field

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

For those performing lab work, the following is also required:

High School Diploma or equivalency
A copy of the applicant's/employee's diploma and/or transcript as confirmation of the education requirement must be provided at time of hire.

Work Experience:

REQUIRED

One year of clinical experience in a radiology technology program

DESIRED

Two years of experience working in a multi-modality or an advanced imaging position

License and Certifications:

American Registry of Radiologic Technology Registered Technologist-Radiography (ARRT)

*American Registry of Radiologic Technology Registered Technologist-Radiography and Computed

Tomography (ARRT-CT) within two years of hire date

**American Registry of Radiologic Technology Registered Technologist-Radiography & Mammography

 (ARRT-M) within nine months of hire date

Wisconsin employees must be a Licensed Radiographer with the State of Wisconsin (LICRAD-WI)
Iowa employees must have a Permit to Practice from the Iowa Department of Public Health (RADTECH-IA)

Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Age Specific Population:

Infant (less than 1 year)
Pediatric (1 - 12 years)
Adolescent (13 - 17 years)
Adult (18 - 64 years)
Geriatric (65 years & older)

OSHA Category:
Category I - All Employees in this job title have a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood and/or other potentially infectious materials.

Environmental Conditions:
Exposed to infectious diseases

Physical Requirements/Demands Of The Position:

Static Standing Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Walking/Standing Continually (67-% or 8 hours)
Stooping/Bending Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Reaching - Below Shoulder Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Reaching - Above Shoulder Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours)
Repetitive Actions - Pinch Forces Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Pounds of force 0-25
Repetitive Actions - Grip Forces Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Pounds of force 0-25
Repetitive Actions - Fine Manipulation Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Balance - Right Leg Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Balance - Left Leg Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours)
Lifting - Other Frequently (34-66% or 5.5 hours) Number of lbs 50-75
Carrying - Short Carry Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 0-25
Push/Pull (Static Force) Occasionally (6-33% or 3 hours) Number of lbs 50-75

Required Skill Profession

Health Technologists And Technicians