Job Description
Responsibilities Multi-Modality Technologist – Full-time, 7pm-7am Wed-Fri
**Eligible for a $K Sign On Bonus**
Aiken Regional Medical Centers, located in Aiken, South Carolina, is a -bed acute care facility providing top quality and safe healthcare to the residents of Aiken and surrounding communities since 7. Aiken Regional Medical Centers has been ranked a top hospital in South Carolina by the American Heart Association for its treatment of heart attack, heart failure and Stroke, and most recently, coronary artery disease.
Additionally, Aiken Regional provides comprehensive healthcare services such as behavioral health ( Aurora Pavilion Behavioral Health ), emergency medical care (main hospital and ER at Sweetwater ), orthopedic surgeries, maternity, rehabilitation services( Hitchcock Rehabilitation Services ), imaging, and wound care.
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The Multi-Modality Technologist assists physicians and performs MRI and/or CT and radiological, paramedical, and clerical duties required in the care and assistance of patients. Works under the direction of the Radiology Supervisor, Lead MRI/CT Tech and physicians. Is primarily responsible for helping with the daily operations of the MRI or CT and Radiology departments.
Duties:
Prepares room, equipment, contrast media and materials as needed for procedures. Maintains clean and stocked procedure room on a daily basis. Properly warms CT equipment daily, and assures equipment is working properly. If equipment is not functioning properly, notifies appropriate person. Prepares patient for CT and Radiology procedures – explains procedure, transfers patient to examination table, positions patient correctly, and assists patient at end of procedure. Labels scans appropriately and uses proper patient ID on film prior to development of film Performs general clerical, file room, darkroom, and transportation duties when needed to fulfill the workload of the department. Practices patient care according to ARMC policy. Assists Radiologists during procedures and takes scans as requested Knowledgeable in proper sequence of scheduling exams for the entire Radiology department. Considers age-related factors in obtaining images or performing diagnostic or therapeutic imaging studies. Applies knowledge of age-related factors appropriately to patients ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics. Regularly accepts additional work during period of low patient activity and demonstrates a willingness to assist others within the department as requested. Maintains confidentiality and privacy of all data, records, forms, reports, procedures and any other information regarding customer relations of Aiken Regional Medical Centers % of the time. Must know and implement radiation safety procedures when working with radiation producing equipment % of the time Responsible for reading and reviewing all material in department manuals annually. Responsible for ensuring that patient charges are given to the appropriate person to be entered into RMS in a timely manner and that the charges are accurate. Responsible for knowing and maintaining the measures described in the Universal Protocol policy. Send images to PACS appropriately and verify all are available for interpretation in a timely manner. Must know and implement radiation safety procedures when working with radiation producing equipment. Knows proper method of using CT power injector. Rotates to other imaging departments as needed; participates in holiday and on-call rotation requirements. Performs other duties as assigned. Benefit Highlights
Sign On Bonuses for select positions Unlimited Employee Referral Bonus Program Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans Tuition/Certification Reimbursement after 6 months Culture of Excellence – Employee Recognition program Challenging and rewarding work environment Clinical Nursing Ladder opportunities SoFi Student Loan Refinancing program (K) with company match and discounted stock plan Career development opportunities within UHS and its + Subsidiaries! More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: About Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has , employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities in U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.
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Qualifications Requirements:
Education : Successful completion of a radiological program or equivalent military training
Experience: One year of experience in two or more modalities with an external organization or successful completion of facility training and orientation required.
License or Registration Requirements: Current South Carolina certificate issued by SC Radiation Quality Standards Association and American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) certification. BLS (or obtained within days of employment)