Multi-Modality Technologist - (CT & X-Ray) - Short Pump Emergency Center - PRN

Bon Secours; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours is seeking a Multi-Modality Technologist 2 at the Short Pump Emergency Center in Richmond, VA. This position is responsible for performing imaging procedures across two modalities, ensuring patient safety, and obtaining necessary clinical history. Candidates should have an associate's degree and certification with ARRT or similar credentials. Preferred candidates will have experience in a healthcare environment, be proficient in patient care, and possess strong communication skills. Competitive benefits offered including medical coverage and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Certification and registration with ARRT, RDMS or CNMT required.
• Competency in two imaging modalities and certification within 12 months.
• Preferred 1 year of experience in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties for two imaging modalities like XR, CT, MRI.
• Verify patient identification and manage safety protocols.
• Obtain clinical history and perform venipuncture as needed.

Skills

De‑scalation

Physical interventions

Patient‑centered care

Performing medical and safety screenings

Working within an interdisciplinary team

Monitoring patient condition during treatment

Informing medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care

Recording patient medical histories

Analyzing data or information

Scheduling

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Communication with family members

Teamwork

Professional communication

Conflict resolution

Active listening

Relationship building

Education

Associate’s degree from an ARRT accredited institute

Tools

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR)

PACS

RIS

IV Contrast Administration

Job description

Multi-Modality Technologist 2 – Short Pump Emergency Center

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of a multi-modality technologist is to perform any two combination of procedures with related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independent practitioner.

Essential Functions

• Performs duties for any two imaging modalities (e.g., XR, CT, MRI) (ex: ARRT, RDMS)
• Meets any continuing education or clinical requirements as required by regulatory standards
• Operates equipment, accessories and is knowledgeable in workflows, procedures and processes of the two imaging modalities
• Selects appropriate imaging sequences with consideration given to approved protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters
• Obtains patient’s clinical history and appropriate lab work ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner; uses a POC device for lab work
• Applies safety principles with a focus on the two imaging modalities to minimize risk to patient, self and others that may affect the patient’s safety, damage the equipment or affect the image quality
• Provides radiation protection and other protection specific to the two modalities for the patient and others
• Verifies patient identification using two patient identifiers and the procedure requested or prescribed by validating the order
• When required by either of the two modalities, performs venipuncture including starting, maintaining and/or removing intravenous access
• When required by either of the two modalities, identifies, prepares and/or administers medications/contrast as prescribed by a licensed practitioner
• When required by either of the two modalities, uses a power injector for the administration of medication with approved vascular access device; follows manufacturer guidelines regarding infusion rates and pressure
• Scheduled for on‑call as required

Education

• Associate’s degree from an ARRT accredited institute or an approved nuclear medicine technology program or an approved school of ultrasound/medical sonography (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications

• Certification and registration with ARRT, RDMS or CNMT (required)
• Required to be competent in two of the following and obtain certification within 12 months:
  • Bone Densitometry (BD)
  • Breast Sonography (BS)
  • Radiologic Technology (R)
  • Computed Tomography (CT)
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR)
  • Ultrasonography (S)
  • Nuclear Medicine (N)
  • Cardiovascular Interventional Radiography (CV) – grandfathered
  • Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI)
  • Cardiac Sonographer (CS)
  • Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI)
  • Mammography (M)
  • Vascular Sonography (VS)
  • Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
• Class A CDL or Class B CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) for locations with mobile mammography program only
• BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)
• State licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)

Experience

• 1 year of experience in a healthcare environment (preferred)

Skills & Abilities

• De‑scalation
• Physical interventions
• Patient‑centered care
• Performing medical and safety screenings
• Working within an interdisciplinary team
• Monitoring patient condition during treatment
• Informing medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
• Recording patient medical histories
• Analyzing data or information
• Scheduling
• Attention to detail
• Acceptance of authority
• Critical thinking
• Communication with family members
• Teamwork
• Professional communication
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• Relationship building

Training

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• PACS (preferred)
• RIS (preferred)
• IV Contrast Administration (preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and a 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Equal Opportunity Employment

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you would like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon Secours – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].