MultiSkill Radiology Technologist I

General Summary of Position

MedStar Health is looking foraMultiskilled Rad Technologist Itojoinourteam!

As a Multiskilled Rad TechnologistI, you willconduct a variety of radiographic examinations for use by a physician in the diagnosis and treatment of patient conditions. Technical procedures are performed that require independent judgment,ingenuityand initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. Both computer programmed and manual equipment is used during techniqueselectionand imaging. Responsibility is assumed for designated areas or procedures asrequired. Operates radiological equipment to produce clinical diagnostic x-ray images as directed by physicians and performs routine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and practices.Providesthe utmost attention to the individual medical needs, dignity and comfort of all patients, and therein supports the objectives of the hospital. Requires ARRT Radiography registration and state licensure.

The Multi-skilled Radiology Technologist Lead shall additionallyprovideleadership and guidance to the Radiology department associates andpossessesand demonstratesappropriate knowledgeand technique to provideappropriate clinicalcare to the specific patient population.

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Primary Duties:

• Demonstratesthorough understanding and clinical competency for all exams and equipment of multiple modalities, to include preparing and administering contrast agents to patients as directed and authorized by the Radiologists.Provides the utmost attention to the individual medical needs,dignityand comfort of all patients in support of the established mission and values.

• Follows departmental imaging standards by performing high quality imaging of the selected anatomic areas as requested in aneffective manner, including properly labeling images, explaining the exam topatients,and obtaining pertinent clinical information by the Radiologists,historyand consent for procedure.

• Properlyidentifiespatients (Name & DOB).Maintains HIPPA compliance.Possesses anddemonstratesadequate knowledge to provide Radiological services withtechniquesappropriate topediatric, adolescent,adultand geriatric patients. In compliance with all radiation safety policies and procedures.

• Performs examination completion in RIS and PACS ensuring all images are processed, archived, and available to the Radiologist for interpretation andmaintainsdepartment document standards within all electronic systems (RIS, PACS, EMR).

• Responsible for maintenance and care of departmental facilities in compliance with all hospital infection control policies. All treatment rooms/areas are cleaned and stocked.Performs routine duties in an independent manner with minimal direct supervision and knows when to refer problems to Lead or Director.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Satisfactorily completed formal training in an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.

• 3-4 years'experience in the registry post-primary pathway certificationpreferred.

• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) Registry,NMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board)orARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic MedicalSonographer) statusmaintainedby fulfilling education/registry requirements in one or more of the following registries:MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging),CT (Computed Tomography), Mammography, Cardiac-Interventional Radiography, Vascular Interventional Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Bone Densitometry, Quality Management, or Sonography.

• CHCQM - Certified Healthcare Quality Managementthroughthe Maryland Board of Physician Quality Assurance.

• Active Maryland state licensure.

• CPR (Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation).

This position has a hiring range of $34.98 - $59.26