Cath Lab Technologist

Mercy Health Corporation

Rockford (IL)

On-site

USD 44,083 - 66,124

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & disability insurance

FSA/HSA options

Paid time off

Parental/caregiver leave

Tuition & certification reimbursement

Well-being programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to support interventional procedures in a fast paced setting. The role emphasizes patient safety, sterile technique, and precise documentation of procedural data.

Qualified candidates will have ARRT certification or eligibility, a recent cardiac intervention program credential, and APR/BL S certification within 90 days. ACLS and NIHSS may be required for Rockford postings.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited radiography program or equivalent training/education program for required certification/licensure.
Board certified ARRT or eligible to take boards (must be board certified within six months of hire).
Graduate of a Cardiac Intervention Program and registered or registry eligible (must be registered within six months of hire).
ACLS required within six months of hire (Rockford Only).
NIHSS required within six months of hire (Rockford Only).
Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

Verify patient identification and consent; review allergies and contrast history.
Verify package integrity and expiration on sterile supplies; prepare equipment and assist with sterile technique.
Participate in procedural timeout and monitor fluoroscopy time and radiation doses.
Provide post-procedural care and assist in Quality Assessment & Improvement.
Document procedural data and maintain event logs; support infection prevention and safety.

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Verify patient identification and presence of appropriate signed informed procedural consent. Identify and 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. Prepare patient and equipment for utilization of sterile technique. After procedure, prepare equipment and 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 or 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 and 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

Quality

Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, paying 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; communicates information effectively to partners; thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering

Shows commitment to the mission and culture of excellence; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ 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 months of hire).
Graduate of a Cardiac Intervention Program and registered or registry eligible (must be registered within six months of hire).
ACLS required within six months of hire (Rockford Only).
NIHSS required within six months of hire (Rockford Only).
Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days.

Additional Requirements

Passing the Driver's License Check and/or Credit Check (for positions requiring).
Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check.
Must be able to follow written or oral instructions.

Other Skills and Abilities

Must be able to participate in holiday and on‑call rotations.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Occupational Exposure: Category A – All partners in the specified job classification have occupational exposure.

Age of Patients Served

Neonate (birth – 28 days)
Infant (29 days – less than 1 year)
Pediatric (1 year – 12 years)
Adolescents (13 years – 17 years)
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.

Special Physical Demands

The Special Physical Demands are considered essential job functions. 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 include close‑up, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to wear a 15‑pound lead apron.

Pay Range: $32.47 – $48.70

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: