CT Multi-Modality Technologist Weekend

Company: Banner Health
Location: Sun City West
Posted on: November 20, 2023

Job Description:

Primary City/State:Sun City West, ArizonaDepartment Name: CT Scanning-HospWork Shift: DayJob Category:Clinical Care$30,000-- Sign-On Bonus with 36 month commitment 30% Weekend shift differentialFind your path in health care. Banner Health is committed to not only providing the finest care possible, but to advancing the way care is provided. To achieve our vision, we seek out professionals who embrace change and who possess the passion and skills to make it happen.Medical imaging plays a pivotal role in the delivery of excellent patient care at Banner Health.-- As a Multi-Modality I with Banner Health, you'll help-- lead the way in patient care. --From detection and diagnosis to the treatment of illnesses and abnormalities, Banner Health's help physicians establish and execute individualized treatment plans.Job Duties:

• In this multi-modality role, there would be a focus on CT and Xray patient studies.--
• Along with your team members you will work in providing superior patient care, comfort, safety and confidentiality
• Operation of CT Scanners: responsible for patient safety, the performance of high-quality Scans, performing and remaining current on CT protocols
• Communicate and work with the medical imaging team, emergency department and nursing floors to prioritize workflow/throughput.
• -Take an active role in the vetting of patients to assure safety.
• Starting IVs when necessary.--
• Cleaning of equipment, and scan room preparation.
• Utilize ancillary tools and equipment appropriately: PACS and other software systems
• Image Post Processing: responsible for post processing images including transfer of images to PACS, ensuring all post processing steps are complete
• Transporting of patients for studies
• Other duties as needed.Schedule:
  • 3 Days per week (10hr shifts)
  • 9:00AM - 9:30PM
  • Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
  • There is Holiday coverage rotations. Holiday requirements usually consist of 2 holidays (1 major holiday and 1 minor holiday per year that rotates based on Banner's 6 recognized holidays).--Equipment used: 2 Siemens Somatom Definition AS+ 128 and one 64sliceTypes of procedures: Wide range of procedures including: head, spine, torso, extremities, CTA, & procedures--Day in the life: The day begins with relieving the day shift at 8pm, leads the MI department team huddle, planning the patient work flow while covering any ED exams that arise. Works with other techs and tech aides. The bulk of the work is ED along with some inpatients and an occasional procedure.Character: Team player with strong communication skills. Ability to build team unity and work with others to produce a positive, caring environment. Ability to be trained in all facets of the role including patient safety, room preparation, image acquisition, time management and post processing.--About the Unit: Banner is a great place to work, we are invested in compassionate patient care. We offer an environment that supports teamwork, collaboration, growth opportunities, and work life balance. Building strong relationships is at the core of all we do.----Preferred qualifications: 2 years of CT experience within a hospital preferred. --Procedure experienced is preferred but not required. Would consider new to service for that special candidate. Looking for someone with a positive attitude, integrity, empathic patient care, ability to work well as a team member and individual, self-starter.Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center excels in providing extraordinary health care to residents of the northwest Valley of metro Phoenix and is recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. With 390 licensed beds, the hospital provides a wide range of services, including acute medical and surgical services as well as intensive care, emergency and urgent care, inpatient/outpatient surgery, cardiac catheterization, neurology, orthopedics, oncology, urology, pulmonary, obstetrics and gynecology, extended care, outpatient diagnostic services, acute and outpatient rehabilitation and adult behavioral services.POSITION SUMMARYThis position performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient populationCORE FUNCTIONS1.--Performs procedures by following and verifying referring providers' orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.2.--Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.3.--Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.4. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies if applicable.5. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to safety policies.6. Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to the radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.7. Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.8. Independently performs prescribed procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.--MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSCertificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology programs. Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) based on modalities in which they will be conducting work and licensure by the state regulatory agency as applicable. As of August 1, 2019, all Multi-Modality Technologist's hired on or after August 1,2019 will be required to have an advance certification by an accrediting body in a specialty if applicable. BLS certification required.This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 2 years of Radiologic Technologist experience. Must be actively working in each certified modality, in accordance with the needs of the facility. The Multi-Modality Technologist I will be required to rotate and cover department scheduling as needed and required in areas where obtained certifications apply. Multi-Modality Technologist I requires certification in two (2) or more of the following modalities: Radiologic (X-ray), Computed Tomography (CT), Bone Densitometry (DEXA), Mammography, Breast Sonography, Angiography.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAdditional related education and/or experience preferred.Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

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