Multi-Modality Technician 2 PRN (X-Ray Technician and CT Technologist)

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Richmond, VA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of a multi-modality technologist is to perform any two combinations of procedures with related techniques, producing images for interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independent practitioner. This role involves operating equipment, understanding workflows, and ensuring patient safety across two imaging modalities.

Requirements

• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) or CNMT (Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist) (required).
• Required to be competent in 2 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).
• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care).
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed).
• Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute or of an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program or of an approved School of Ultrasound/Medical Sonography (preferred).
• 1 year of experience in healthcare environment (preferred).
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred).
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred).
• Radiology Information System (RIS) (preferred).
• IV Contrast Administration (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Performs duties for any 2 imaging modalities (e.g., XR, CT, MRI).
• Meets continuing education or clinical requirements as required by regulatory standards.
• Operates equipment, accessories, and is knowledgeable in workflows, procedures, and processes of the 2 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 POC device for Lab work.
• Applies safety principles with a focus on the 2 imaging modalities to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
• Provides radiation protection and other protection specific to the 2 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 2 modalities, performs venipuncture including starting, maintaining, and/or removing intravenous access.
• When required by either of the 2 modalities, identifies, prepares, and/or administers medications/contrast as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• When required by either of the 2 modalities, uses a power injector for the administration of medication with approved vascular access device, following manufacturer guidelines regarding infusion rates and pressure.
• Scheduled for on-call as required.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree