With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.

You could be eligible for up to a $15,000 Sign on Bonus for this role!

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Radiology Technologist – Southampton Memorial Hospital

Hours: Full-time, days/evenings and must have weekend availability.

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position:  
The Radiological Technologist is a certified health professional who, under the direction of an authorized user, is committed to applying the art and skill of diagnostic imaging through the safe and effective use of ionizing radiation, in diagnostic radiology.                                                                                           
 

Essential Job Functions:
•    Obtains patient's clinical history and appropriate lab work ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
•    Positions and immobilizes patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort.
•    Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
•    Performs radiographic procedures by selecting and operating imaging equipment, and/or associated accessories to successfully perform procedures.
•    Verifies informed consent and completes pre and post procedure documentation.
•    Assists licensed practitioner with fluoroscopic and specialized radiography procedures. Applies appropriate aseptic surgical technique as needed.
•    Performs timeout as required per policy.
•    Identifies, prepares and/or administers medications/contrast as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
•    Receives relays and documents verbal, written and electronic orders in the patient's medical record.
•    Evaluates images for technical quality.
•    Documents patient dose exposures.
•    Professionally interacts with physicians, technologist, physician offices, hospital staff, patient family members and patients.
•    Operates radiographic equipment and accessories in accordance with the principles of ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable).

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

Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferrred)  

Certifications

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)

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)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
Picture archiving communiation system (PACS) (preferred)

Experience          

1 year experience in radiation safety and patient care (preferred)
Experience with Radiology Information System (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