Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois·Roscoe, Illinois
The technologist will perform radiography and CT imaging procedures while ensuring patient safety and accurate clinical documentation. They will also provide clinical leadership, assist with departmental projects, and maintain inventory for the assigned area.
Perform advanced imaging procedures while providing safe, compassionate care and helping patients feel comfortable throughout their visit. This role works closely with radiologists and the healthcare team to prepare patients, operate imaging equipment, administer contrast when needed, and support quality patient care, education, and clinical leadership within the department.
Schedule: PRN
Shift: Coverage needed for open hours
Essential duties and responsibilities
Maintains active status in the modalities in which they practice.
Assists the department coordinator by providing clinical leadership, completes projects, advanced level clinical duties and regular assignments as requested.
Is competent in all exams performed within the assigned modalities.
Corroborates patient clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by the radiologist.
Prepares the patient for procedures, providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
Selects and operates imaging equipment, image capture devices, and accessories to successfully perform procedures.
Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort; immobilizes patient as necessary.
Practices aseptic technique as necessary,
Prepares and administers contrast media as appropriate to procedures performed; starts and maintains intravenous access.
Initiates basic life support action when necessary.
Provides patient education.
Provides input for supply and equipment decisions, maintains control of inventory and supplies for assigned area.
Provides practical instruction for students and partners.
Observes universal protocol, standard precautions and appropriate patient identifiers.
Applies principles of patient safety during all aspects of procedures, including assisting and transporting patients.
Other duties, tasks as assigned.
Education and/Or experience: Graduate of an accredited radiography program
Two to four years of experience as a technologist as a Radiographer is required. Experience in a hospital environment preferred
Certification/Licensure: ARRT registered in Radiography required; the CT credential is required within two years of hire
IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation required if working in Illinois
WI-DSPS radiographer license required if working in Wisconsin
BLS/CPR required within 90 days of hire
Works independently, with limited direct supervision.
$27.17 - $53.77
Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer [https://careers.mercyhealthsystem.org/jobs]. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and benefits, including retirement, time off, on-demand pay, access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more. Click here [https://www.mercyhealthsystem.org/join-our-team/benefits/] for more details.
At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited radiography program with two to four years of experience as a radiographer. Required certifications include ARRT registration in Radiography and BLS/CPR, with CT credentialing required within two years of hire.
Market context
In Illinois, PRN radiology multi-modality tech roles often draw interest because facilities need flexible coverage across imaging services. These positions are competitive for candidates who already hold ARRT Radiography and BLS/CPR, have two to four years of radiography experience, and can work toward CT credentialing within two years. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your modality experience and readiness for PRN scheduling before applying.
