Job Description

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The primary responsibility of a multi-modality technologist performs any 2 combination of procedures with related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by, and at the request of, a licensed independent practitioner. EX: CT, XR & MRI.

Essential Job Functions

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Essential Functions (7-10) Statements - List the essential functions of the job. Essential functions are the reasons a job exists.

• Performs duties for any two imaging modalities. (ex: XR, CT) (ex: ARRT, RDMS)
• Operates equipment and accessories including selecting the proper coils, physiologic gating devices, and associated equipment to achieve desired results. Performs portables as needed.
• Selecting appropriate sequences with consideration given to established 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. Use of POC device for Lab work.
• Applies Safety principles with a focus on MRI safety by identifying and removing items to minimize risk to patient, self and others that may affect the patient’s safety, damage the equipment or affect the image quality.
• Provides radiation protection and hearing protection for the patient and others
• MRI technologist screens all patients, family members and staff for ferrous and RF sensitive material before anyone enters the magnet field.
• Verifies patient identification using two patient identifiers and the procedure requested or prescribed by validating the order.
• Performs venipuncture including starting, maintaining and/or removing intravenous access.
• Identifies, prepares and/or administers medications/contrast as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Uses a power injector for the administration of medication with approved vascular access device. Follows manufacturer guidelines regarding infusion rates and pressure.
• Maintains controlled access to the magnet room and supervises Zone 2, 3 and 4. Serves as MRI Safety Officer in the absence of the MRI leader while working in any imaging dept.

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.

Education Qualifications - List the minimum education, training, and experience required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Required Minimum Education: Vocational/ Technical Degree

Specialty/Major: Radiology or Nuclear Medicine

Preferred Education: 2 Year/ Associates Degree

Specialty/Major: Radiology or Nuclear Medicine

Licensing/ Certification - If registration, certification or licensure is required, include the name of the accrediting or licensing body.

Licensure/Certification Required: ARRT, NMTCB, RDMS

Licensure/Certification Preferred: ARRT, R, MR, CT , US, N, M

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Years and Type of Experience: 1

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: CPR

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more
• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

Scheduled Weekly Hours

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Work Shift

All

Department

Radiology - Diagnostic - Richmond Imaging, LP - Watkins

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 Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. 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 recruitment@mercy.com.