Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois·Rockford, Illinois
Support minimally invasive image-guided procedures in Interventional Radiology and cardiac procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab. Responsibilities include preparing sterile equipment, assisting physicians, and monitoring patient safety and radiation exposure.
This position will support Interventional Radiology (IR) and the Cardiac Cath Lab (CVI) at the Javon Bea Hospital campus. In IR, the Technologist will support minimally invasive, image-guided procedures; in the Cardiac Cath Lab, the technologist will support cardiac procedures. They will be skilled in preparing equipment, maintaining a sterile field, assisting physicians, and monitoring patients and will work efficiently in fast-paced environments with a strong focus on safety and quality care.
Schedule: 20 hours per week
Variable Day Shift Hours Starting at 7am; 1 - 2 weeknight call shifts per schedule period and 1 weekend of on-call per month
Essential duties and responsibilities
Verify patient identification and presence of appropriate signed informed procedural consent. Identify/review allergies and history of contrast reaction prior to all procedures by reviewing patient records and questioning the patient.
Verify package integrity and expiration dates on all sterile supplies. Prepares patient and equipment for utilization of sterile technique. After procedure, prepares equipment/supplies for sterilization.
Participate in the procedural timeout.
Monitors and records all procedural data and maintains procedural event logs.
Provides patient comfort while familiarizing him/her with the equipment and supplies needed for the procedure. Applies the necessary monitors and prepares access site(s) including the necessary sterile drapes.
Verifies appropriate medications and/or contrast agents and dosages with nursing staff and physician.
When scrubbing into a procedure, uses sterile and aseptic technique as required for infection prevention.
Handles blood and bodily fluids per policy.
Advocates for radiation safety and protection for self and coworkers. Wears personal radiation dosimeter and takes necessary precautions to limit/minimize patient and staff exposure.
Documents fluoroscopy time and radiation doses and evaluates reports to determine if values are within established safety limits.
Provides post-procedural care.
Participates in Quality Assessment & Improvement.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Culture of excellence behavior expectations: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:
Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.
Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.
Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.
Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.
Education & experience
Graduate of an accredited radiography program OR equivalent training/education program for required certification/licensure.
Certification/Licensure: Board certified ARRT OR eligible to take boards (must be board certified within six (6) months of hire) OR
Graduate of a Cardiac Intervention Program AND registered or registry eligible (must be registered within six (6) months of hire) AND
ACLS required within six (6) months of hire (Rockford Only) AND
PALS required within one (1) year of hire (Rockford Riverside Only)
Passing the Driver’s License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring).
Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check.
Must be able to follow written/oral instructions.
Must be able to participate in holiday and on-call rotations.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Category A - All partners in the specified job classification have occupational exposure.
Age of patients served: Neonate (birth – 28 days) Rockford Only
Infant (29 days – less than 1 year) Rockford Only
Pediatric (1 year – 12 years) Rockford Only
Adolescents (13 years – 17 years) Rockford Only
Adult (18 years – 64 years)
Geriatric (65 years and older)
Non-Specific Task (N/A)
Information access: Partner may access patient care information needed to perform their job duties
Work contact group: Partners, physicians, patients/family, visitors, vendors
The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, stand, walk, sit, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel.
The employee will frequently reach, balance, stoop, kneel, and/or crouch and will regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required for this position include close-up, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Employee must be able to wear 15-pound lead apron.
$32.47 - $48.70
Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer [https://www.mercyhealthsystem.org/careers/]. 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.
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Market context
In Illinois, support-services roles like this are typically competitive because employers look for a mix of early-career experience, an associate’s degree or equivalent training, and active imaging credentials. For this position, licensure and certification details matter, including ARRT status, an IEMA license, and CT certification within 13 months of hire. This platform AI-summarizes requirements and benefits from the original job description, saving you research time; before applying, verify your credentials and timeline against the posting.