Radiology Technologist - Urgent Care - Charlottesville

Mercy Health; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & bonuses

Comprehensive benefits (Medical,Dental

Vision & Life Insurance

Tuition assistance & development

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Charlottesville seeks an X-Ray Technician to perform digital radiography under provider orders and within scope of practice. You will assist in patient care, ensure radiation safety, and document encounters in the EMR.

The role requires ARRT certification and may include travel to other facilities to support providers. Associates in radiologic technology with licensure preferred.

Qualifications

• Certification in radiologic technology (ARRT) and valid state licensure preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and patient-care skills are expected.
• Ability to work within scope of practice under provider direction.

Responsibilities

• Safely performs provider-ordered radiographic examinations with proper patient positioning and radiation safety.
• Sets up and adjusts immobilization equipment and ensures patient safety and comfort.
• Accurately documents patient encounters in EMR.
• Determines proper technical factors to safeguard patient and equipment.
• Maintains skills and travel to other facilities as needed to support providers.

Education

ARRT Certification

State Licensure (preferred)

Tools

EPIC EHR

PACS

RIS

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Work Shift:

Days/Evenings (United States of America)

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The X-Ray Technician performs digital X-ray studies on patients per the orders placed by providers. The X-Ray Technician is a multi-skilled clinical professional who works within the scope of practice to assist in patient care under the direction of the provider.

Essential Job Functions

• Safely performs provider ordered radiographic examinations, including but not limited to proper patient positioning, immobilization, and utilizing appropriate radiation protection.
• Sets up and adjusts supportive and immobilization equipment and devices as required by individual cases. Positions and handles patients with a high degree of safety and professionalism
• Accurately documents patient encounters within Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Determines and selects proper electronic and technical factors which safeguard the patient, x-ray tube, and equipment
• Maintains clinical and administrative skills to meet patient care and daily operational needs. Collect patient specimens and runs point of care lab tests. Travel to other facilities for BSMH providers or adjusting work hours to meet patient care needs as directed by the manager may also be required.
• Directs and practices sterile technique to prevent cross-contamination of disease
• Reports immediately any malfunction, necessary adjustments or repairs of equipment to supervisor
• Other duties include but not limited to ordering supplies, lab and diagnostic tests, disposes of contaminated supplies, patient registration, scheduling, phone triage, cash handling, check-in/check-out and performing scribing duties as needed basis.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/ Certification

Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) (required)

State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)

BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)

Education

Associate’s from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)

Experience

1 year experience in radiation safety and patient care (preferred)

Experience with Radiology Information System (preferred)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)

Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Range:

• Minimum: $26.82
• Maximum: $41.57

Bon Secours Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

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 insurances, 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.

Department:

Urgent Care Virginia - Charlottesville

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, 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’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health- Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours- Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affidavit Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, 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].