CVI Technologist, Interventional Radiology & Cardiac Cath Lab, Nights

Mercy Health Corporation

Rockford (IL)

On-site

USD 46,838 - 71,635

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Mercyhealth seeks a Radiology Technologist to support Interventional Radiology and Cardiac Catheter Lab procedures at Javon Bea Hospital in Rockford. You will prepare equipment, maintain a sterile field, assist physicians, monitor patients, and ensure safety and quality during procedures.

Requirements include ARRT eligibility/certification, Cardiac Intervention training, ACLS within 6 months, NIHSS within 6 months, and BLS/CPR within 90 days.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

Verify patient identification and consent; review allergies and contrast history.
Prepare sterile equipment and maintain sterile field; assist in procedures.
Monitor and document procedural data and fluoroscopy time.
Provide patient comfort and post‑procedural care; ensure radiation safety measures.

Skills

Sterile technique

Radiology procedures

Radiation safety

Patient monitoring

Documentation

Aseptic technique

Education

Graduate of an accredited radiography program

ARRT certified or eligible

Cardiac Intervention Program

Tools

ACLS

NIHSS

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

OVERVIEW

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: 40 hours per week

Shift: Night Shift Hours (7:00P - 7:30A); No Call Required

Sign‑on Bonus Available

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. Prepare patient and equipment for utilization of sterile technique. After procedure, prepare 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 them with the equipment and supplies needed for the procedure. Applies necessary monitors and prepares access site(s) including the required 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

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 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 (6) months of hire).
Graduate of a Cardiac Intervention Program AND registered or registry eligible (must be registered within six (6) months of hire).
ACLS required within six (6) months of hire (Rockford Only).
National Institute of Healthcare Stroke Scale (NIHSS) required within six (6) monthsof 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 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.

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 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 a 15‑pound lead apron.

PAY RANGE

$34.45 - $51.68

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.

BENEFITS

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

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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.

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