Lead Multi-Modality Technologist CT XR

Overview:

The Lead Multi-modality Technologist position is responsible for performing imaging procedures in two or more modalities while providing leadership to a team of technologists. This position serves as a procedure specialist and leads a team of radiology technologists in two or more modalities.

The specific modalities are:
Diagnostic/Xray and CT
(or)
any two or more (Diagnostic/Xray, CT, MRI, and/or Ultrasound),

This position's location is on-site only.

Leadership
• Provide team leadership to staff in the department.

* Act as a resource and first point of escalation resource to address the needs of staff, patients and families.

* Serve as a procedure specialist and subject matters expert on modality and its process and procedures.

* Acts as the day-to-day lead for operations of the department and assures efficient operation of workflow of the department.

* Responsible for maintaining the work schedule, workflow and staff schedules for the department.

* Participates in the hiring process, performance evaluation and handling of issues, and in problem solving for the team.

Patient Care
• Obtains patient history.

* Educates patients/families regarding procedures and/or treatment to be performed as well as risk factors and prevention.

*Positions patients appropriately for the applicable radiographic procedure.

* Performs radiographic procedures and analysis according to departmental guidelines.

* Develops and evaluates radiographic results for technical quality, such as density, contrast, definition and distortion.

* Applies learned methodologies with independent judgment according to established policies and procedures.

* Performs prescribed procedures in accordance with established policies.

* Maintains infection prevention standards.

* Explains standard procedures and answers patients questions.

* Prepares, cleans, adjusts, inspects and maintains equipment.

* Produces quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation.

* Prepares and maintains accurate documentation, archiving imaging data as needed or required

* Collaborates with physicians and other medical professionals.

Modality Specific
CT:

* Operate head or body scanners to create a computer generated cross-sectional image of a patient's internal organs and tissues for diagnosis of medical issues.

* Produces computerized tomographic scanner radiographs of specific areas.

Determine and set appropriate technical parameters to accurately demonstrate anatomy and pathology.

* May perform obstetric and gynecological scans, abdominal scans, retroperitoneal scans, and radiation therapy localization.

Mammography:

* Prepares patient and equipment for mammography procedure.

* Positions patient throughout the procedures, adjusting immobilization devices for proper compression.

* Performs radiologic mammography exams, including screenings and diagnostic studies, and analysis.

* May participate in the performance of advanced mammography procedures such as stereostatic biopsies, clip placements, drainages.

MRI:

* Operates a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images used for diagnosis and treatment of patient pathologies.

* Uses knowledge of imaging techniques and cross-sectional anatomy to create high quality scans.

* Modifies technical settings and adjusts scanning parameters to enhance images and minimize unnecessary exposure.

* Start IVs and/or catheters effectively and consistently for the MRI process.

* Prepare, administer and monitor IV contrast and/or patient sedation and patient status.

* Ensure completion of screenings for pacemakers and other patient status affecting qualification for MRI.

Diagnostic/Xray:

* Performs radiographic procedures using both stationary and mobile radiographic equipment.

* Responsible for appropriate set up of the xray room and manipulation of equipment, and proper placement of patient for procedure.

* Ensure proper image capture of skeletal structure request for diagnosis and treatment purposes.

* Process and develops exposed xray film and creates xray CD copies for review and interpretation.

Ultrasound:

* Performs sonographic examinations to locate, evaluate and record critical functional, pathological and anatomic data.

* Operates ultrasonic equipment to produce images of organs and tissues for diagnostic purposes.

* Utilizes transabdominal technology to monitor patient or fetus health, detect or monitor tumors/cysts and diagnose cardiovascular conditions.

* May assist with vascular ultrasound procedures and ultrasound guided biopsies and other guided procedures.

Nuclear Medicine:

* Performs nuclear medicine procedures, demonstrating competence in performing invasive/interventional procedures.

* Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals for use in both diagnostic studies and therapeutic treatments.

* Operates imaging equipment and technology to track and record radiation with the patient's body, and prepares image reports.

* Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measures.

* Follows radiation safety guidelines and documents radiopharmaceutical safe receipt, administration, storage, usage and disposal for regulatory compliance.

Quality

* Adheres to regulatory and organizational standards affecting patient care and safety as well as all hospital and departmental policies and procedures.

* Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements, demonstrating ability to troubleshoot and notifying appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance.

* Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department and monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and materials to ensure non-interruption of service.

* Participates in required training for compliance related activities (HIPAA, Compliance, Patient Safety, TJC, other regulatory bodies.

* Participates and contributes to quality improvement processes and unit meetings/activities.

* Participates in compliance related activities (HIPAA, Compliance, Patient Safety, TJC, other regulatory bodies).

* Ensures that the examination results meet the facility standard for Quality Assurance before findings are released for interpretation.

* Provide oversight for the assessment of examinations performed within the facility for technical and image quality, and accuracy.

* Document any incidental findings that might impact patient safety or patient care and provide that information to the interpreting physician.

* Exercise responsibility for the maintenance and accuracy of facility reports, database records and logs.

Education
• Keeps updated on the knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and imaging equipment.

* Participates in creating and sustaining a learning environment supported by evidenced based practice and research.

* Participates in the mentoring and education of technologists and students in a.