Radiological Tech - Part-time

Dept Behavioral Health/Develop; Marion (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Radiological Tech - Part-time at Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute seeks a qualified technologist to perform high-quality diagnostic radiographs and EKGs in a timely, safety-conscious manner, with radiation kept to a minimum.

ARRT certification required; inpatient radiology experience preferred; strong math, physics, medical terminology, and computer skills valued. This hourly position includes strict background checks and Virginia-specific licensing considerations.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with ARRT.
• Experience in inpatient radiology preferred.
• Knowledge of math, reading, writing, physics, medical terminology preferred.
• Computer skills are needed.
• Licensed by the State of Virginia preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely and precisely perform maximum quality diagnostic radiographs utilizing the least amount of radiation; correctly perform EKGs.

Skills

ARRT certification

In-patient radiology experience

Math skills

Reading and writing skills

Physics knowledge

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Virginia license (preferred)

Job description

Title: Radiological Tech - Part-time

State Role Title: Health Care Technologist I

Hiring Range: $27.50/hour

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Southwestern VA Mtl Hlth Inst

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/swvmhi/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

In a timely manner upon receiving physicians’ requests, safely and precisely perform maximum quality diagnostic radiographs utilizing the least amount of radiation necessary; correctly perform EKG’s.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Additional Considerations

• Experience with radiology in an in-patient healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of math, reading, writing, physics, medical terminology preferred.
• Computer skills are needed.
• Licensed by the State of Virginia preferred.

Background Investigation

Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre‑employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position. Under Virginia Code §§ 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at Southwestern Virginia Mental Health Institute during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.

Veteran Preference

Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preferences to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application.

Applications/résumés will begin to be reviewed within five (5) days of the posting date.

These positions are hourly/wage and not eligible for benefits. Hourly (wage) employees may not work more than 29 hours a week and are limited to working 1500 hours in a year.

Contact Information

Name: Rebecca Richardson

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.