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*Location: Baylor Scott & White - Centennial (Frisco, Texas)* *Shift: Mon - Fri 7AM-3:30PM* *XRay and CT modalities. Cardiac CT experience preferred* *Why Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Centennial* Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Centennial is a full-service 118 bed hospital serving Frisco and the surrounding communities. With more than 600 specialists on our medical staff, our services include digestive care, labor and delivery, heart health, emergency and trauma care, surgical services, orthopedics, intensive care, internal medicine, and more. We are the only Trauma Center (Level III) in Frisco and are certified as a Primary Stroke and Primary Heart Attack Center by the Texas Department of State Health Services and by The Joint Commission. We have the distinction of being the first Level III Maternal facility in Frisco. In addition, we hold a NICU Level II designation. These prestigious designations illustrate our unwavering dedication to quality perinatal care and proving safe care to all mothers and babies from low risk to highly complex care. We are contracted with Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital-Plano to offer cardiology best practices and quality care for our community. In 2022, Centennial achieved its Pathway to Excellence accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). For more information about Baylor Scott & White Centennial, visit BSWHealth.com/Centennial. *JOB SUMMARY* The Multimodality Technologist, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs imaging procedures in two or more disciplines, such as XR, MG, US, CT, MR, Nuc Med or IR, on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols. *ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE* ESSENTIAL FUNCTION OF THE JOB Performs high quality multimodality procedures, according to exam protocol in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures. Demonstrates an understanding of radiation dose reference levels, radiation dose monitoring, actions to be taken if the estimated dose exceeds set dose reference levels, and actions to be taken for cases when the reference level was exceeded which may include patient follow-up. Demonstrates and understands proper use of iSTAT point of care testing for obtaining creatinine levels, if applicable. Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to: identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. Communicates clearly and calmly with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam. Prepares patient and area for procedure by positioning patient, utilizing immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position, while using appropriate settings and exposure factors. Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and radiation policies, protocols, and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques when preparing and performing invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements. Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of equipment. Reports issues to management or appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies inventory. Ensures individuals 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, etc. 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 independently without need for routine oversight. Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues. Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart. Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores, and developing action plans when required. Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education, and skills appropriate care for all age groups. Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members or current teams about new services and initiatives. Able to take call, if required. *Benefits* Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include: * 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 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level *Belonging Statement* We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported. *QUALIFICATIONS* * EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program * EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience *CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION* * Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer. * Medical Radiologic Tech (MRT): Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT), unless the role is MRI or Ultrasound. * American Reg MRI Tech (ARMRIT), ARRT-Bone Density (ARRT-BD), ARRT-BS Breast Sonography (ARRT-BS), ARRT-CT Computed Tomography (ARRT-CT), ARRT-M Mammography (ARRT-M), ARRT-MR Magnetic Res Imaging (ARRT-MR), ARRT-N Nuclear Medicine Tech (ARRT-N), ARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R), ARRT-S Sonography (ARRT-S), ARRT-VI Interventional Rad (ARRT-VI), Cert Nuclear Med Tech (CNMT), Reg Diag Med Sono-Abdomen (AB) (RDMS-AB), Reg Diag Med Sono-Breast (BR) (RDMS-BR), RDMS Fetal Echocardiography (RDMS-FE), Reg Diag Med Sono-OB/GYN (OB) (RDMS-OB), RDMS-Pediatric Sonography (PS) (RDMS-PS), Registered Vascular Tech (RVT): Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography in two imaging modalities. Works 50% of the time in the second modality. Approved modalities are: ARRT-R, ARRT-CT, ARRT-CV, ARRT-M, ARRT-MR, ARRT-N, ARRT-S, ARRT-VI, ARRT-BS, ARRT-BD, ARRT-CI, RDMS-AB, RDMS-BR, RDMS-FE, RDMS-OB, RDMS-PS, RVT, CNMT, or ARMRIT. * ARRT-CI Cardiac-Interventional (ARRT-CI), ARRT-CV Cardiovasc-Inter Rad (ARRT-CV): .