Radiographer II- OR Technologist

Mercy Cedar Rapids; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community hospital is seeking a Radiographer II to perform diagnostic x-ray exams and support patient-centered care. Responsibilities include communicating with patients, reviewing images, and working in a surgical environment. Candidates must hold an ARRT certificate and have 6 months of experience. The position offers flexible shift options and bonuses for relocation and sign-on.

Benefits

Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus

$5,000 relocation bonus

Flexible shift options

Qualifications

• 6 months’ experience required.
• One year experience in surgical radiography preferred.
• ARRT certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic x-ray exams and ensure patient safety.
• Communicate essential information to patients and co-workers.
• Review radiographic images for quality and technique.

Skills

Competent using diagnostic x-ray equipment

Knowledge of infection control policies

Basic Life Support certification

Education

Education sufficient to obtain required licensure/certification

Tools

RIS

PACS

Laborworkx

Job description

External applicants are eligible for an up to $15,000 sign on bonus!!

Applicants may be eligible for a $5,000 relocation bonus, if relocating 75+ miles from Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Flexible shift options of either five 8- hour shifts from 10am-6:00pm or four 10-hour shifts from 8am-6:30pm with a rotating day off.

Work Shift

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Summary

This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing interpretive, patient care and technical functions to ensure proper radiological diagnosis of patients under the direction of the department manager. The Radiographer II will have additional responsibilities precepting new employees and students in addition to being an expert resource for all front-line staff and performing radiology procedures in Surgery.

Job Description

Job Duties

• Ensure 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.
• Demonstrates competence and actively performs diagnostic (fixed and portable) x-ray exams in diagnostic radiology and one additional location to include surgery, pain clinic or Hybrid OR according to protocol and with the least amount of radiation needed to obtain a quality image.
• Explains and prepares the patient for all Radiographic General procedures.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of RIS, PACS, Laborworkx and other computer software as assigned.
• Identifies each patient correctly verifying the exam to be performed is being done on the correct patient.
• Reviews each patient's medical history and clinical diagnosis for appropriateness of exam.
• Reviews radiographic images for technique, positioning, laterality, patient demographics and image quality and repeats images of poor quality.
• Works in surgery as a radiographer and takes call in surgery or works holidays on a rotational basis.
• Adheres to all infection control policies in surgery.
• Understands the School of Radiologic Technology's clinical competency system.
• Maintains current knowledge of School of Radiology policies, procedures, and student progress.
• Understands requirements for student supervision as outlined in the Student Supervision policy for the Mercy/St. Luke's school of Radiologic Technology.
• Communicates with School of Radiology faculty on student-related progress and issues.
• Attends and participates in meetings/educational programs in Radiologic Technology Education.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Competent using diagnostic (fixed and portable) x-ray equipment, computed radiography and digital radiography/fluoroscopy.

Professional Experience

• 6 months’ experience required.
• One year experience in surgical radiography preferred.

Education

• Education sufficient to obtain required licensure/certification.

Licensure, Certification, Registration

• American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) 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.

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Mercy 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.