CT/Xray Technologist

Mercy Medical Center; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an Radiology Technologist specializing in CT to join our evening shift team on a rotating schedule across Marion, Hiawatha and Mercy locations.

You will perform CT and diagnostic x-ray exams, prep patients, verify data, manage IV contrast, and support education of students and new staff while maintaining safety standards.

Qualifications

• ARRT CT certification required.
• Iowa State Permit to Practice Diagnostic Radiography required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• One year CT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT and diagnostic x-ray exams per protocol, with the least radiation necessary to obtain a quality image.
• Explain and prepare the patient for all CT exams.
• Identify each patient correctly by verifying the exam to be performed.
• Review diagnostic x-ray and CT images for technique, positioning, laterality, patient demographics and image quality; repeat images of poor quality as needed.
• Establish intravenous access using sterile technique to inject contrast media.
• Support the School of Radiology education process and supervise students as outlined in policy.
• Train radiography students and new employees while providing quality patient care.
• Adhere to Radiation Safety Regulations and Mercy safety guidelines.

Skills

CT imaging

X-ray imaging

Radiology safety

Education

ARRT CT certification

Iowa State Permit to Practice Diagnostic Radiography

BLS Certification

Tools

RIS

PACS

Laborworkx

Job description

External Applicants Earn up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus!External applicants are eligible for a relocation bonus of up to $5,000 if residing 75 miles or more from Mercy Medical Center.The hours for the position are 12pm-10:30pm on a 3-week rotating schedule between Marion, Hiawatha and Mercy Medical Center locations; no call; rotating holidaysWeek 1: Sun/Mon/Tues/WedWeek 2: Wed/Thurs/Fri/SatWeek 3: Mon/Tues/Thurs/FriWork ShiftEvening ShiftScheduled Weekly Hours40SummaryThis position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing computed tomography procedures, including CT procedures of an invasive nature.Job DescriptionJob DutiesEnsures that all accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome.Performs diagnostic x-ray and CT exams according to established protocol and with the least amount of radiation needed to obtain a quality image.Explains and prepares the patient for all CT exams.Demonstrates a working knowledge of RIS, PACS, Laborworkx and other computer software as assigned.Identifies each patient correctly verifying the exam to be performed.Reviews each patient's medical history and clinical diagnosis for appropriateness of exam.Reviews diagnostic x-ray and CT images for technique, positioning, laterality, patient demographics and image quality and repeats images of poor quality.Establishes intravenous access, using sterile technique, to inject contrast media.Supports the School of Radiology educational process.Supervises students as outlined in the Student Supervision policy.Trains radiography students and new employees while providing quality patient care.Adheres to the Iowa Department of Public Health Radiation Safety Regulations as it applies to worker and patient safety in the CT department.Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.Department Specific DutiesImaging Center:Performs diagnostic x-ray (fixed and portable) and CT exams according to established protocol.Explains and prepares the patient for all CT and x-ray exams.Reviews diagnostic x-ray (fixed and portable) and CT images for technique, positioning, laterality, patient demographics and image quality. Will repeat images of poor quality.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesCompetent in using diagnostic (fixed and portable) x-ray equipment.Competent with Computed Tomography equipment and scanning.Competent in using department information systems and PACS.Professional ExperienceOne year experience in CT preferred.EducationEducation sufficient to obtain required licensure.Licensure, Certification, RegistrationAmerican Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) or (CT) certificate required.Iowa Department of Public Health State Permit to Practice Diagnostic Radiography required.Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), in accordance with the American Heart Association required.Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse/Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.Physical RequirementsMedium: Exert 20-50lbs. of force occasionally and/or 10-15 lbs. of force frequently.Pay Rate TypeHourlyMercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.