Title: Radiologic Technologist

State Role Title: 49092

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience 

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Hiram Davis Medical Center

Agency Website: https://hwdmc.dbhds.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Hiram W. Davis Medical Center is one of 12 inpatient facilities operated by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services.

Hiram W. Davis Medical Center, located in Petersburg, Virginia, is a 94-bed medical facility providing acute medical diagnoses, skilled care, intermediate care, and long-term care to individuals receiving services in DBHDS facilities and within the community that have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Admissions to HWDMC are generally either permanent placement or special hospitalization. Patients typically come to HWDMC as a special hospitalization for step-down to stabilize, post-surgery rehabilitation, or long-term care.

We are seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform and process X‐Rays with radiography equipment and submit/transmit them to a Radiologist for interpretation. Unload portable X‐Ray equipment and take into facilities to perform exams ordered by the physician. Must obtain clinically diagnostic, technically competent x‐ray images. Perform EKGs (as needed) and transmit them to a Cardiologist for interpretation. Scan exam related paperwork/billing documents on a daily basis per protocol. Regularly communicate with dispatch and management. Communicate efficiently and interact professionally with peers, supervisory staff, and clients. Maintain vehicle and x‐ray equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Certification by the ARRT or eligible for certification.
Ability to accurately and efficiently use Electronic Health Records (EHR/Cerner).
Knowledge of Picture Archiving and Communication (PACS) system
Knowledge of GE XRay equipment.

Additional Considerations

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate by the American Heart Association is preferred.
Previous experience working in a long-term care, skilled nursing, or mental health facility, is preferred.
Dual Certification as an Ultrasound Technologist, is preferred.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. We will not make assumptions about your relevant experience. Resumes should include all relevant job details within your knowledge, skills, abilities and experience.

Hiram W. Davis Medical Center only accepts online applications via PAGEUP. Resumes and other documents may accompany the application but will not serve as a substitute for an application. Faxed, e-mailed or mailed applications will not be accepted. Please refer to your PAGEUP account for the status of your application and this position. This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days.

Selected candidates will undergo a background screening to include drug testing and fingerprinting by the Virginia State Police. This would also include a Central Registry Search by the Department of Social Services.

Hiram W. Davis Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefit package to include your choice of four health insurance plans, paid life insurance and retirement plans, 12 paid holidays, annual and sick leave. You may review the state employee benefits here: https://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/employeebenefits

Hiram W. Davis Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics or disability.

DBHDS is a healthcare organization and must comply with the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (federal CMS) guidance on Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care staff Vaccination Regulation which requires vaccination of all employees or an exemption. A job offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate meeting these guidelines as a condition of employment.

Contact Information

Name: Ferdinand Osama

Phone: 804-524-7600

Email: HiramHR@dbhds.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.