Multi-Modality Technologist 2 (X-Ray Technician and MRI Technologist) - Southside Medical Center

Bon Secours Mercy Health•Petersburg, VA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Multi-Modality Technologist 2 performs procedures in two imaging modalities, producing images for interpretation by and at the request of a licensed independent practitioner. The role involves operating modality-specific equipment and accessories, following workflows and approved protocols, and selecting imaging sequences and acquisition parameters appropriate to the procedure and patient. The technologist obtains and documents patient clinical history and relevant laboratory information, verifies patient identity and procedure orders, and applies safety and protective measures to reduce risks to patients, staff, and equipment and to preserve image quality. Depending on the modalities involved, duties may include venipuncture and managing intravenous access, preparing or administering prescribed medications or contrast, and using a power injector according to manufacturer guidelines. The role must meet applicable continuing education and clinical standards and may be scheduled for on-call work.

Requirements

Certification and registration with ARRT, RDMS, or CNMT is required.
Must be competent in two listed imaging modalities and obtain certification in those modalities within 12 months.
BLS Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association is required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations; for Bon Secours Mercy Health, it is preferred at hire and required before independent patient care.
State licensure is preferred unless required by the state where the job is performed.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree from an ARRT-accredited institute, an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program, or an approved School of Ultrasound/Medical Sonography.
One year of experience in a healthcare environment.
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training.
Picture archiving and communication system (PACS) training.
Radiology Information System (RIS) training.
IV contrast administration training.
State licensure, unless required by the state where the job is performed.
BLS Basic Life Support certification at hire for Bon Secours Mercy Health locations.

Responsibilities

Perform duties in two imaging modalities and produce images for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner.
Operate modality equipment and accessories, and follow applicable workflows, procedures, and processes.
Select appropriate imaging sequences and acquisition parameters in accordance with approved protocols and relevant factors.
Obtain the patient's clinical history and appropriate laboratory work, and ensure the information is documented and available to a licensed practitioner.
Use a point-of-care device for laboratory work.
Apply modality-specific safety principles to minimize risks to patients, self, and others, and to protect equipment and image quality.
Provide radiation protection and other modality-specific protections for patients and others.
Verify patient identity using two identifiers and validate the requested or prescribed procedure against the order.
When required by either modality, perform venipuncture and start, maintain, or remove intravenous access.
When required, identify, prepare, and/or administer medications or contrast as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
When required, use a power injector to administer medication through an approved vascular access device and follow manufacturer guidelines for infusion rates and pressure.
Meet continuing education and clinical requirements under applicable regulatory standards.
Participate in on-call scheduling as required.