Perform diagnostic imaging procedures across multiple modalities, ensuring accurate patient positioning and contrast administration. Provide clinical leadership, patient education, and maintain equipment inventory within the radiology department.
Requirements summary
Requires graduation from an accredited radiography program and 2-4 years of experience as a Radiographer. Must be ARRT registered in Radiography with BLS/CPR certification and relevant state licensure for Wisconsin or Illinois.
professional certificateTeamworkCommunicationInventory ManagementOrganizational SkillsMentoringPatient EducationStress ManagementBasic Life SupportPatient PositioningAseptic TechniquePC SkillsClinical LeadershipRadiographyContrast Media AdministrationCT ScanningIntravenous Access
Job description
OVERVIEW The Multi-Modality Technologist 1 will be competent and credentialed initially in Radiography with the credential in CT obtained within one year of hire. The incumbent will be able and willing to flex between them as needed.
Schedule
Two, 12-Hour
Shifts
Shift:
Nights 6p-6a
Location:
Janesville
Hospital and
Trauma
Center
Pay
Range: $35.85-53.77 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 OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Experience in working with radiologic technologists, radiologists and support staff in a multimodality department Proficiency in mentoring employees and providing corrective action appropriately Experience in obtaining departmental accreditation Ability to communicate in a friendly and effective manner Demonstrated ability to foster excellent teamwork in a radiology department Strong organizational skills with ability to work independently Read/comprehend written and verbal instructions Basic PC skills Manage stress appropriately Make decisions under pressure and handle multiple priorities Manage anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately LEVEL OF SUPERVISION Works independently, with limited direct supervision.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
On-Demand Pay
Employee Discounts
Well-being Programs
Financial Education
FSA/HSA Options
Tuition and Certification Reimbursement
Paid Parental and Caregiver Leave
Annual Recognition/Awards Events
Partner Appreciation Days
Family Entertainment/Attractions Discount
Community Service/Improvement Opportunities
Career Advancement and Educational Opportunities
Supervises
N/A
PAY
RANGE: $35.85 - $53.77 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount Community service/improvement opportunities Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information. 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. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations. As an integrated health system, you can come to us for routine health care, like annual physicals, immunizations and preventive health screenings, as well as highly specialized care, such as neonatal intensive care, heart surgery, stroke care, neurosurgery, cancer treatment and much more. The range of Mercyhealth's specialties and the skills of our doctors, nurses and clinical staff are truly extraordinary.
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