Radiologic Tech - Multi Modality

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

9/14/2026

Entity:

Wisconsin

Job Code:

500026BD

Job Title:

Radiologic Tech - Multi Modality

FLSA Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Management Level:

Individual Contributor

JOB SUMMARY

The Radiologic Tech - Multi Modality may perform exams in Diagnostic Radiology CT, Bone Mineral Density (BMD), Mammography, and IR. The incumbent works under the supervision of the Radiology Manager and/or Supervisor. The Imaging – Multi Modality Technologist uses a wide variety of radiographic equipment, computers, detectors, and plate readers.  

The Radiologic Tech – Multi Modality may be assigned to work in a variety of locations, assist other radiology modalities and/or clinical services. The Radiologic Tech – Multi Modality must have the knowledge to make quick and highly technical decisions in order to accommodate physical restrictions and pathology. The incumbent must be able to resolve conflict and endure the pressures associated with a constantly changing work environment.

The incumbent independently performs advanced level procedures on adults, geriatric, and adolescent age groups and performs patient assessment within the scope of practice. The Radiologic Tech – Multi Modality works collaboratively with staff to prioritize and organize schedules and to triage routine and emergent procedures. The incumbent has daily contact with professionals, patients and families. The Radiologic Tech – Multi Modality coordinates and actively participates in the training of other Imaging technologists, fellows, residents, physicians and visiting health care professionals and serves as a clinical instructor for affiliated imaging training programs and assists in training other Imaging technologists. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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The Radiologic Tech - Multi Modality is competent in imaging exams. S/He performs diagnostic exams at a technical level, performs clerical duties including record keeping, and participates in continuing education to maintain high quality services.

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Checks the order for complete information and appropriateness criteria.

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Schedules exams as needed.

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Obtains sufficient information to determine whether the procedure should be performed immediately or within a specific time frame.

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Determines if additional technical support is required and follows the proper procedure for obtaining support.

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Adheres to established section and organizational protocols, QA guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

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Interacts appropriately with patients and all care providers.

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Sets up the imaging room to coincide with the examination being performed to include the use of proper isolations precautions when needed.

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Verifies two patient identifiers.

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Provides quality customer service, explains all studies to patient in a clear manner, and provides information and resources to patient and family.

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Safely transfers patient to and from carts, beds and wheelchairs.

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Positions the patient, ensuring patient comfort and modesty.

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Selects proper imaging devices, provides proper shielding for patients and assisting personnel, and sets the machine to obtain optimal images.

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Accurately critiques images and adjusts factors if an image needs to be repeated.

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Properly tracks exams according to imaging standards.

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Performs patient assessment and screening within the scope of practice.

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Complete exams and charge associated supplies.

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Meets the daily goals of the work group by prioritizing workflow.

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Uses a variety of imaging equipment and understands the capabilities and limitations of each piece of equipment.

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Uses the image archiving system and maintains an expertise in data and image transfer.

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Cleans, disinfects, and inspects equipment.

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Checks the status of the imaging equipment to ensure device is in proper operating condition.

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Enters information into the Patient Safety Net.

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Notifies Supervisor or Manager when equipment malfunctions and places service request with appropriate vendor.

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Assists medical staff and physicists during research projects.

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Assists, instructs and evaluates students from rad tech programs with affliation agreements.

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Establishes student outcomes for clinical rotations.

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Explains and demonstrates methodology of various procedures to students and peers.

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Reviews imaging performance results with students.

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Provides guidance for improvements in technical knowledge and skill.

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Assists in record keeping and accumulates statistics and data.

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Explains methodology and demonstrates procedures, equipment, and devices to faculty, residents, and physicians, medical and technical students.

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Maintain appropriate patient history and enter into structured reporting system for required patient notification.

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May perform Mammography specific QC in compliance with MQSA standards and troubleshoot errors as needed.

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Responsibilities Supporting Bone Mineral Density (BMD)

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Obtain appropriate patient history and enter into imaging computer

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Perform specific QC in compliance with ISCD standards and troubleshoot errors as needed.

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Maintains licensure, certifications and ongoing CEUs for professional development on a timely basis.

As needed, additional responsibilities reasonably within the scope of duties and physical requirements may be assigned.  ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESPECT FOR PEOPLE COMMITTMENTS.

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Non-Clinical

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Graduate of a School of Radiologic Technology

Required

Previous healthcare experience

Required

2 years

experience in a radiology technoligist position

Preferred

Certification by appropriate Radiography body (ARRT)

Upon Hire

Required

and

Basic Life Support (BLS)

within 60 Days

Required

Wisconsin Radiological License

Upon Hire

Required

Must have registries recognized by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), in at least two additional modalities.  This may be, but is not limited to: Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Mammography (M), Bone Densitometry (BD).

Upon Hire

Required

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for work in certain clinics

Preferred

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED PER UW HEALTH POLICY. 

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Self-motivated & directed with regard to an increasing level of understanding and knowledge.

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Ability to handle multiple tasks/projects and meet deadlines.

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Effective oral and written communications skills.

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Ability to demonstrate ethical and behaviors at all times.

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Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.

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Ability to comply with all HIPPA requirements.

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Ability to use initiative and independent judgment.

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Ability to work independently.

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Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, Healthcare professionals and external vendors.

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Knowledge regarding quality improvement and standards of care within practice area.

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Capable of demonstrating flexibility with demands of external/internal customers placed on operating functions of the department.

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Basic computer skills.

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Physical ability to lift and position patients and assist with patient transfers utilizing beds or stretchers.

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Ability to work overtime as needed.

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Demonstrates critical care skills to patients with higher acuity. (ED, ICU, NICU, PICU, Intraoperative Neuro MR, OR).

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Must also have at least two additional modalities recognized American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). This may be, but is not limited to: Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR), Mammography (M), Bone Densitometry (BD)

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Working knowledge of diagnostic radiographic principles, including radiographic positioning, film/image processing, quality
control, and radiation protection is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

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Sedentary: Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and occasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files, ledgers, and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required occasionally and other sedentary criteria are met.

Up to 10 lbs.

Negligible Weight

No Weight

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Light: Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Even though the weight lifted may be very little, a job is in this category when it requires a good deal of walking or standing, or when it involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls. To be considered capable of performing a full or wide range of light work, you must have the ability to do substantially all of these activities. If someone can do light work, we determine that they can also do sedentary work, unless there are additional limiting factors such as loss of fine dexterity or inability to sit for long periods of time.

11-25 lbs.

1 - 10 lbs.

Negligible weight

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Medium: Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. If someone can do medium work, we determine that they can also do sedentary and light work.

26-50 lbs.

11-25 lbs.

1 - 10 lbs.

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Heavy: Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. If someone can do heavy work, we determine that they can also do medium, light, and sedentary work.

51-100 lbs.

26-50 lbs.

11-25 lbs.

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Very Heavy: Very heavy work involves lifting objects weighing more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing 50 pounds or more. If someone can do very heavy work, we determine that they can also do heavy, medium, light, and sedentary work.

Over 100 lbs.

Over 50 lbs.

Over 25 lbs.

Other - list any other physical requirements or bona fide occupational qualifications not indicated above:

Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.

THE EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT AN APPROVED ACCOMODATION. Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.