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Multimodality Tech Days

Baylor Scott & White Health, Waxahachie, TX, United States


Schedule
Monday – Friday, 6:30 am – 3:00 pm. 24/7 hospital coverage.

Job Summary
The Multimodality Technologist, supervised by a Radiologist, performs imaging in two or more disciplines. At least 25% of the work focuses on advanced areas such as CT, MR, nuclear medicine, or interventional radiology. The technologist works with ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or licensed provider for diagnosing disease and injury, following established protocols.

Essential Functions Of The Role

Performs high-quality multimodality procedures according to exam protocol promptly. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards.

Demonstrates expertise in radiation dose reference levels and monitoring. Takes action if the estimated dose exceeds set levels, including patient follow‑up.

Demonstrates knowledge of proper use of iSTAT point-of-care testing for obtaining creatinine levels.

Utilizes AIDET to communicate with patients. Identifies patient service needs and ensures the correct exam is performed on the correct patient. Establishes rapport with patients and others. Communicates clearly and calmly with patients and their families about the test. Assesses the patient’s ability to tolerate the exam.

Prepares the patient and area for the procedure. Positions the patient, uses immobilization devices, and moves equipment into position. Uses appropriate settings and exposure factors.

Protects patients and employees by following safety, infection‑control, drug, and radiation policies. Uses sterile techniques for invasive procedures and maintains hand hygiene.

Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal equipment operation. Reports issues to management or the appropriate department. Assists in maintaining the supplies inventory. Ensures people are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.

Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status, policies, and procedures.

Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate systems, according to department policies and procedures.

Key Success Factors

Able to perform high quality multimodality procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.

Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.

Able to provide services timely, accurately, and cost‑efficient in compliance with established system and regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.

Able to perform tasks autonomously without routine oversight.

Able to stay calm and helpful during stress. Takes reasonable steps to resolve issues.

Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.

Ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times and providing courteous service. Remain professional, review patient satisfaction scores, and develop action plans when needed.

Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education, and skills appropriate for all age groups.

Able to serve as a preceptor by providing quality training to new team members. Also trains current teams about new services and initiatives.

Able to take call, if required.

Benefits

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.

401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%.

Tuition reimbursement.

PTO accrual beginning Day 1.

Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.

Qualifications

Education:

Graduated from an accredited program.

Experience:

Less than 1 year of experience.

Certifications/Licenses/Registrations:

Medical Radiologic Tech (MRT)

Computed Tomography (NMTB‑CT)

Radiation Safety (NMTB‑RS)

Nuclear Cardiology Tech (NMTC‑NCT)

Positron Emission Tomography (PET)

Basic Life Support (BLS) – within 30 days of hire or transfer.

American Reg MRI Tech (ARMRIT)

ARRT‑BS Breast Sonography (ARRT‑BS)

ARRT‑CT Computed Tomography (ARRT‑CT)

ARRT‑M Mammography (ARRT‑M)

ARRT‑MR Magnetic Resonance Imaging (ARRT‑MR)

ARRT‑N Nuclear Medicine Tech (ARRT‑N)

ARRT‑R Radiography (ARRT‑R)

ARRT‑S Sonography (ARRT‑S)

ARRT‑VI Interventional Radiology (ARRT‑VI)

Certified Nuclear Medicine Tech (CNMT)

Reg Diagnostically Qualified Diag Med Sono‑Abdomen (AB) (RDMS‑AB)

Reg Diagnostically Qualified Diag Med Sono‑Breast (BR) (RDMS‑BR)

RDMS Fetal Echocardiography (RDMS‑FE)

Reg Diagnostically Qualified Diag Med Sono‑OB/GYN (OB) (RDMS‑OB)

RDMS‑Pediatric Sonography (PS) (RDMS‑PS)

Registered Vascular Technician (RVT): Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board, or the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography in two imaging modalities and works routinely in both modalities. Approved modalities include ARRT‑R, ARRT‑CT, ARRT‑CV, ARRT‑M, ARRT‑MR, ARRT‑N, ARRT‑S, ARRT‑VI, ARRT‑BS, ARRT‑CI, RDMS‑AB, RDMS‑BR, RDMS‑FE, RDMS‑OB, RDMS‑PS, RVT, CNMT, NMTCB‑CT, RS, NCT, PET, or ARMRIT.

ARRT‑CI Cardiac‑Interventional (ARRT‑CI), ARRT‑CV Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology (ARRT‑CV): Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT), unless the role is MRI and Ultrasound.

BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

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