CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs·Council Bluffs, Iowa
The technologist will access patients, ensure proper equipment and technical factors are set for procedures, and perform quality assessments of images. They must also ensure all equipment is functional at the start of the day and before each procedure.
Where You’ll Work At CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs, patients are at the heart of our care.
Our campus is designed to heal the body, mind and spirit of every person in a more comfortable, less stressful hospital environment.
Our full range of medical services include a new pavilion featuring enhancements in heart and vascular care, surgery, maternity, cancer care, and diagnostic imaging.
Job Summary and Responsibilities As our CT Technologist, you will utilize your expertise to capture precise diagnostic images, enabling our Radiologists to accurately diagnose and/or rule out diverse medical conditions.Every day, you will adeptly create detailed cross-sectional images of the skeleton, tissues, and internal organs.
Your compassionate interaction and skill in patient care will be crucial, as you play a significant role in fostering a positive and comforting patient experience throughout the imaging process.To be successful in this role, you will deeply understand the critical importance of diagnostic imaging.
This includes a comprehensive knowledge of general imaging workflow, various patient positioning techniques, and the ability to consistently capture clear results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses that guide effective patient care.
Proper assessment of the patient and their abilities to participate in ordered procedure.
Provides a clear explanation of the procedure including; duration, process, and what to expect following completion.
Verifies informed consent for and assists physician with interventional procedures; needle localization, aspiration, biopsies, and other invasive procedures.
Practices aseptic and sterile techniques as necessary and observes universal precautions.
Provides patient education as appropriate.
Selection of the proper equipment, setting correct technical factors, procedure protocols and gathers proper supplies prior to performance of the procedure.
Recognizes all radiation safety standards including “Image Gently” and “Image Wisely” and MR safety standards.
Understands and follows all rules around radiation protection including wearing of lead protection when utilizing fluoroscopy or when there is a possibility of exposure i.e.
CT room, performing portable exams etc.
Obtains clear and complete history from the patient and or patient record and records that data into patient record to assist in image interpretation and future patient encounters Is able to perform quality assessment of images obtained and is able to evaluate equipment issues and reports assessment to supervisor, manager or director.
Ensures all equipment is in working order at the beginning of the day and prior to starting of a procedure.
Performs any performance and quality tests on equipment as required including ACR quality requirements.
Checks all supplies for outdates prior to use and reports any shortages, variations or failures of equipment to supervisor, manager or director for follow-up.
Uses CHI incident reporting system to report any patient injuries or concerns, equipment or supply failures or malfunctions, medication reaction or errors, and visitor or personal injury or exposure.
Responsible to participate in and have a good understanding of all department, campus and system quality improvement projects, the ACR accreditation process, Radiation Safety, ALARA, MQSA, and State Regulations as they apply to staffs license or certifications.
Be familiar with the requirements of CMS and Joint Commission and be able to speak to all department processes around quality and environment of care.
We are offering up to a $10,000 Sign-on Bonus and $10,000 Education Assistance to new hires that meet eligibility requirements.
Additional Night and Weekend Pay.
Job Requirements Education Graduate of a Radiologic Technology program Licenses and Requirements ARRT Board Certified in Radiology Must hold a valid Medical Radiography or General Radiology Technologist Permit to Practice license in Nebraska or Iowa depending on work state ARRT Board Certified in CT within 2 years of hire BLS from the American Heart Association required upon hire Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Understands methods and is capable of performing venipuncture as required for position Demonstrated ability to set and maintain multiple priorities in an environment with shifting priorities, while providing accurate deliverables in a timely fashion Must be self-motivated, and able to take ownership of projects/assignments Must be a team player with excellent follow-up and customer service skills Strong interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills Interpersonal skills in dealing with guests and team members
Candidates must be graduates of a Radiologic Technology program and hold ARRT Board Certification in Radiology, along with a valid Nebraska or Iowa permit to practice. Certification in CT is required within two years of hire, and current BLS certification is mandatory upon hiring.
Market context
Weekend CT technologist openings in Iowa often reflect steady demand in hospitals and imaging departments that need coverage outside standard weekday hours. These roles are competitive because employers typically want ARRT Radiography and Iowa Medical Radiographer credentials, plus BLS-CPR and timely CT registration; the listed requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time. Before applying, confirm your certification status and readiness for weekend scheduling, and review the sign-on, education, and differential pay details.
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