Multi-Modality Technologist (X-Ray / CT) - Southern Virginia Medical Center

Primary Function/General Purpose

The primary responsibility of a multi-modality technologist is to perform any two combinations 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 two imaging modalities (e.g., XR, CT, MRI) and holds certifications in two of the following: 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), Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CS), Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI), Mammography (M), Vascular Sonography (VS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT).
• Maintains compliance with continuing education and clinical requirements as per regulatory standards.
• Operates equipment, accessories, and is knowledgeable in workflows, procedures, and processes of the two imaging modalities.
• Selects appropriate imaging sequences with consideration for 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. Utilizes point-of-care devices for lab work.
• Applies safety principles with a focus on minimizing risks to patients, self, and others, ensuring patient safety, equipment integrity, and image quality.
• Verifies patient identification using two patient identifiers and the procedure requested or prescribed by validating the order.
• When required by either of the two modalities, 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 devices, following manufacturer guidelines regarding infusion rates and pressure.
• Scheduled for on-call as required.

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)
• To be competent in two 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), Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CS), Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI), Mammography (M), Vascular Sonography (VS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
• BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)
• State licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)

Education

• Associate's degree from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute or an approved Nuclear Medicine Technology program or an approved School of Ultrasound/Medical Sonography (preferred)

Work Experience

• One year of experience in a healthcare environment (preferred)

Training

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture archiving and communication system (PACS) (preferred)
• Radiology Information System (RIS) (preferred)
• IV Contrast Administration (preferred)

Skills

• De-escalation
• Physical interventions
• Patient-centered care
• Performing medical and safety screenings
• Working within an interdisciplinary team
• Monitoring patient condition during treatment
• Informing medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
• Recording patient medical histories
• Analyzing data or information
• Scheduling
• Attention to detail
• Acceptance of authority
• Critical thinking
• Communication with family members
• Teamwork
• Professional communication
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• Relationship building

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, 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