Lead Multi-Modality Technologist - Sedona
Company: Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
Location: Sedona
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Overview The Lead Multi-modality
Technologist position is responsible for performing imaging
procedures in two or more modalities while providing leadership to
a team of technologists. This position serves as a procedure
specialist and leads a team of radiology technologists in two or
more modalities. Any lead over two or more modalities – Required to
be registered in those modalities as well. This position's location
is on-site only. Responsibilities Leadership * Provide team
leadership to staff in the department. * Act as a resource and
first point of escalation resource to address the needs of staff,
patients and families. * Serve as a procedure specialist and
subject matters expert on modality and its process and procedures.
* Acts as the day-to-day lead for operations of the department and
assures efficient operation of workflow of the department. *
Responsible for maintaining the work schedule, workflow and staff
schedules for the department. * Participates in the hiring process,
performance evaluation and handling of issues, and in problem
solving for the team. Patient Care * Obtains patient history. *
Educates patients/families regarding procedures and/or treatment to
be performed as well as risk factors and prevention. *Positions
patients appropriately for the applicable radiographic procedure. *
Performs radiographic procedures and analysis according to
departmental guidelines. * Develops and evaluates radiographic
results for technical quality, such as density, contrast,
definition and distortion. * Applies learned methodologies with
independent judgment according to established policies and
procedures. * Performs prescribed procedures in accordance with
established policies. * Maintains infection prevention standards. *
Explains standard procedures and answers patients questions. *
Prepares, cleans, adjusts, inspects and maintains equipment. *
Produces quality images and prepares/presents them with other
pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. * Prepares
and maintains accurate documentation, archiving imaging data as
needed or required * Collaborates with physicians and other medical
professionals. Modality Specific CT: * Operate head or body
scanners to create a computer generated cross-sectional image of a
patient's internal organs and tissues for diagnosis of medical
issues. * Produces computerized tomographic scanner radiographs of
specific areas. Determine and set appropriate technical parameters
to accurately demonstrate anatomy and pathology. * May perform
obstetric and gynecological scans, abdominal scans, retroperitoneal
scans, and radiation therapy localization. Mammography: * Prepares
patient and equipment for mammography procedure. * Positions
patient throughout the procedures, adjusting immobilization devices
for proper compression. * Performs radiologic mammography exams,
including screenings and diagnostic studies, and analysis. * May
participate in the performance of advanced mammography procedures
such as stereostatic biopsies, clip placements, drainages. MRI: *
Operates a magnetic resonance scanner to obtain images used for
diagnosis and treatment of patient pathologies. * Uses knowledge of
imaging techniques and cross-sectional anatomy to create high
quality scans. * Modifies technical settings and adjusts scanning
parameters to enhance images and minimize unnecessary exposure. *
Start IVs and/or catheters effectively and consistently for the MRI
process. * Prepare, administer and monitor IV contrast and/or
patient sedation and patient status. * Ensure completion of
screenings for pacemakers and other patient status affecting
qualification for MRI. Modality Specific (Continued)
Diagnostic/Xray: * Performs radiographic procedures using both
stationary and mobile radiographic equipment. * Responsible for
appropriate set up of the xray room and manipulation of equipment,
and proper placement of patient for procedure. * Ensure proper
image capture of skeletal structure request for diagnosis and
treatment purposes. * Process and develops exposed xray film and
creates xray CD copies for review and interpretation. Ultrasound: *
Performs sonographic examinations to locate, evaluate and record
critical functional, pathological and anatomic data. * Operates
ultrasonic equipment to produce images of organs and tissues for
diagnostic purposes. * Utilizes transabdominal technology to
monitor patient or fetus health, detect or monitor tumors/cysts and
diagnose cardiovascular conditions. * May assist with vascular
ultrasound procedures and ultrasound guided biopsies and other
guided procedures. Nuclear Medicine: * Performs nuclear medicine
procedures, demonstrating competence in performing
invasive/interventional procedures. * Prepares and administers
radiopharmaceuticals for use in both diagnostic studies and
therapeutic treatments. * Operates imaging equipment and technology
to track and record radiation with the patient's body, and prepares
image reports. * Performs and evaluates equipment quality control
measures. * Follows radiation safety guidelines and documents
radiopharmaceutical safe receipt, administration, storage, usage
and disposal for regulatory compliance. Quality * Adheres to
regulatory and organizational standards affecting patient care and
safety as well as all hospital and departmental policies and
procedures. * Performs and evaluates equipment quality control
measurements, demonstrating ability to troubleshoot and notifying
appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. * Assures
the efficient operation of workflow of the department and monitors
and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and materials to
ensure non-interruption of service. * Participates in required
training for compliance related activities (HIPAA, Compliance,
Patient Safety, TJC, other regulatory bodies. * Participates and
contributes to quality improvement processes and unit
meetings/activities. * Participates in compliance related
activities (HIPAA, Compliance, Patient Safety, TJC, other
regulatory bodies). * Ensures that the examination results meet the
facility standard for Quality Assurance before findings are
released for interpretation. * Provide oversight for the assessment
of examinations performed within the facility for technical and
image quality, and accuracy. * Document any incidental findings
that might impact patient safety or patient care and provide that
information to the interpreting physician. * Exercise
responsibility for the maintenance and accuracy of facility
reports, database records and logs. Education * Keeps updated on
the knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and imaging equipment.
* Participates in creating and sustaining a learning environment
supported by evidenced based practice and research. * Participates
in the mentoring and education of technologists and students in
assigned area. * Educates patients/families regarding procedure
and/or treatment to be performed as well as risk factors and
prevention. * Works with peers and other health care providers.
Participates in ongoing in-service and educational seminars. *
Assists with the orientation and training of new staff.
Compliance/Safety * Stays current and complies with state and
federal regulations/statutes and company policies that impact the
employees area of responsibility. * If required for position,
ensures all certifications and/or licenses are up-to-date and valid
prior to expiration dates. * Completes all company mandatory
modules and required job specific training in the specified time
frame. * Responsible for reporting any safety related incident in a
timely fashion through the Midas/RDE tool; attends all safety
related training programs; performs work in a safe manner; monitors
work environment for possible safety issues and ensures others are
also performing work in a safe manner. Qualifications Education
Associates of Applied Science or other Related Fields (or)
accredited MRI program (or) Graduate of an American Medical
Association (AMA) approved Nuclear Medicine Technology Program (or)
Graduate of an accredited School of Ultrasonography - Required
Certification & Licensures Fingerprint Clearance Card application
number- Required upon hire Fingerprint Clearance Card- Required
within 90 days of hire BLS (American Heart Assoc.)- Required
Employee will obtain and maintain appropriate clinical competencies
for the roles assigned by their department leader Diagnostic/X-ray:
Current Radiologic Technologist certification ® with the American
Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) – Required Arizona
Department of Health Radiology Technologist license CT: ARRT CT OR
Experience which allows employee to receive AZ State license for CT
- Required AZDHS Certified Radiologic Technologist and CT -
Required Mammography: Current registry as a Mammography
Technologist - Required Meets ACR Certification criteria - Required
AZDHS Mammography- Required MRI: Current ARRT registry in MRI -
Required Ultrasound: American Registry for Diagnostic Medical
Sonography (ARDMS) - Required with at least two specialties RVT -
Preferred Nuclear Medicine: Nuclear Medicine Technology
Certification (NMTCB) and/or American Registry of Radiologic
Technologist in Nuclear Medicine (ARRT(N)) - Required Experience
Minimum 3 years' experience in an acute care setting - Required
Minimum 1 year experience in a team lead or supervisory role –
Required Healthcare is a rapidly changing environment and
technology is integrated into almost all aspects of patient care.
Computers and other electronic devices are utilized across the
organization and throughout each department. Colleagues must
understand computers, and competence in using computers and basic
software programs.
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