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MultiSkill Radiology Technologist I at MEDSTAR HEALTH summary:

As a MultiSkill Radiology Technologist I at MedStar Health, you will perform various radiographic examinations to assist physicians with patient diagnosis and treatment. Responsibilities include operating radiological equipment, ensuring patient comfort and dignity, and adhering to imaging standards and safety protocols. This role requires ARRT registration and state licensure, along with a commitment to maintaining high-quality clinical care.

General Summary of Position

MedStar Health is looking for  a  Multiskilled Rad Technologist I  t o join  our  t eam.

As a Multiskilled Rad Technologist  I , you will  conduct 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,  ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. Both computer programmed and manual equipment is used during technique  selection and imaging. Responsibility is assumed for designated areas or procedures as  required . 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.  Provides the 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 additionally  provide leadership and guidance to the Radiology department associates and  possesses and demonstrates  appropriate knowledge and technique to provide  appropriate clinical care to the specific patient population.

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Primary Duties:

• D emonstrates thorough 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,  dignity and 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 a n  effective manner, including properly labeling images, explaining the exam to  patients, and obtaining pertinent clinical information by the Radiologists,  history and consent for procedure. 

• Properly  identifies patients (Name & DOB) . Maintains HIPPA compliance.  Possesses and  demonstrates adequate knowledge to provide Radiological services with  techniques  appropriate to pediatric, adolescent,  adult and 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 and  maintains department 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 certification p referred .

• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) Registry,  NMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board) or  ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical  Sonographer) status  maintained by 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 Management  through  the 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

Keywords:

radiology, radiologic technologist, medical imaging, diagnostic procedures, patient care, ARRT certification, healthcare, medical technology, radiographic examinations, clinical competency

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