Radiology Technologist (RT) - Urgent Care - Harrisonburg

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Harrisonburg, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Work Shift: Days (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. 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. We believe your best is yet to come. At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.

Requirements

• 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)
• If the job is performed in Virginia, State Licensure is required.
• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)
• Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)
• Medical Terminology and the ability to use standard office equipment, required

Nice To Haves

• 1 year experience in radiation safety and patient care (preferred)
• Experience with Radiology Information System (preferred)
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)
• One year of Medical Assisting experience, preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills, and an ability to collaboratively work with patients, families and teams within a high-volume environment, preferred
• Strong attention to details and an ability to multitask without prior instruction or direction, preferred
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• 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.

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
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees