Multi Modality Tech - Breast Services

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion.

Primary Purpose
Responsible for performing routine to complex quality images in at least two different modalities in the Breast Center on a
routinely scheduled basis.

Minimum Specifications

Education

• Must be a graduate of an accredited imaging program for their primary pathway.

Examples:
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• Radiography
• Sonography

Experience
• Must have at least 1 year imaging experience for each certified modality.

ExperienceCertification/Registration/Licensure:

• Must have a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification from Texas Department of Health or Texas Medical Board (not applicable to MR, S, or VS).
• Must be credentialed through at least one of the following: ARRT, and/or RDMS.

• Must possess two or more imaging subspecialties:

• Breast Sonography (BS)
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR)
• Mammography (M)
• Radiography (R)
• Sonography (S)

Must have a current Healthcare Provider (BLS Level) CPR course completion card prior to hire and/or placement in job from one of the following:
• American Heart Association
• American Red Cross Rescuer
• Military Training Network

 
Skills or Special Abilities
• Must be able to demonstrate time management, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate advanced computer skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate routine to complex positioning ability to achieve images which meet
quality criteria.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and hospital staff.
• Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.
• Must be able to perform a team lift when setting up and removing moveable steps to the mobile
mammography van.

Responsibilities
1. Must commit to work in any location or in any certified capacity as assigned by the leader
(example Mammography, US and / or MRI).
2. Performs the responsibilities depicted on the service area job description (example Mammo
Technologist and/or MRI Technologist).
3. Performs advanced imaging in at least two modalities and produces quality images for
radiologists. Evaluates patient history and physician's orders to ensure appropriate procedures
are performed.
4. Complies with the Quality Control Program of the imaging service area to adhere to the quality
requirements of Parkland.
5. Maintains proper documentation on all relevant information systems to track the procedures
performed on each patient.
6. Communicates and consults with patients informing them of procedures to be performed to
ensure that patients are as comfortable as possible.
7. Proactively monitors workload between imaging service areas and communicates availability to
modality leadership.
8. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes
recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the
overall goals and mission of Parkland.
9. Provides training and supervision to imaging students as they rotate through areas to ensure
education requirements are met.
10. Maintains a positive working relationship with employees, medical staff, patients and visitors to
ensure efficient work processes. Serves as a resource person for other technologists.
11. Participates in departmental Performance Improvement Programs, upholds “ICARE” values and
its relationship to the work environment.
12. Attends department and modality meetings satisfactorily.

Job Accountabilities
1. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes
recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the
overall goals of the department and Parkland.
2. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending
seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional
organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into
current work practices.
3. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the
area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws,
accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and
guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

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