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Bon Secours Mercy Health Ultrasound Technologist in Kilmarnock, Virginia
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.
Candidates maybe eligible for $20K sign on incentive! Ask your recruiter for details.
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
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.
Essential Job Functions
Performs duties for any 2 imaging modalities. (ex: XR, CT, MRI) (ex: ARRT, RDMS)
Meets any 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.
Selecting 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. Use of POC device for Lab work.
Applies Safety principles with a focus on the 2 imaging modalities 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 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. Follows manufacturer guidelines regarding infusion rates and pressure.
Scheduled for on-call as required
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) 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)
Education
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)
Work Experience
1 year of experience in healthcare environment (preferred)
Training
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)
Radiology Information System (RIS) (preferred)
IV Contrast Administration (preferred)
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
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