About Us
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Job Overview
Multi-Modality Technologist 2 – Rappahannock General Hospital
Candidates accepting a full-time offer of employment may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $20,000. Rules and restrictions apply. Internal BSMH associates are not eligible for sign-on bonuses.
Job Summary
The primary responsibility of a multi-modality technologist is to perform any two imaging modalities or a combination of procedures, producing images for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner.
Essential Functions
- Performs duties for any two imaging modalities (e.g., XR, CT, MRI) and maintains required credentials (e.g., ARRT, RDMS).
- Meets continuing education or clinical requirements as required by regulatory standards.
- Operates equipment and is knowledgeable in workflows, procedures and processes of the two imaging modalities.
- Selects appropriate imaging sequences with consideration of approved protocols and data acquisition parameters.
- Obtains patient clinical history and appropriate lab work, ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner; use of POC device for lab work.
- Applies safety principles to minimize risk to patient, self and others, and protect image quality and equipment.
- Provides radiation and other protection specific to the modalities for the patient and others.
- Verifies patient identification using two identifiers and the requested procedure by validating the order.
- When required, performs venipuncture including starting, maintaining and removing intravenous access.
- Identifies, prepares and/or administers medications/contrast as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
- Uses a power injector for administration of medication with approved vascular access device; follows manufacturer guidelines for infusion rates and pressure.
- Scheduled for on-call as required.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education
- Associate's degree from an ARRT-credited 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 or RDMS or CNMT (required).
- Competency in two of the following and 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 or Class B CDL for locations with mobile mammography program (where applicable).
- BLS Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) (required at hire for certain locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at others).
- State licensure (preferred unless required by state).
Experience
- One year of experience in a healthcare environment (preferred).
Skills & Abilities
- De-escalation and physical interventions
- Patient-centered care and safety screening
- Team collaboration and interdisciplinary communication
- Monitoring patient condition during treatment
- Documentation of patient histories and accurate data interpretation
- Analytical thinking, scheduling, attention to detail
- Professional and clear communication with patients and families
- Conflict resolution and active listening
- Relationship building and teamwork
Training
- EPIC EHR (preferred)
- PACS (preferred)
- Radiology Information System (RIS) (preferred)
- IV contrast administration (preferred)
What We Offer
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 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
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. For information about affirmative action policies, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.