Radiographer- WEO

Mercycare; Cedar Rapids, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $9,000

Relocation bonus up to $5,000

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids seeks a Radiographer II for weekend shifts (9am-9:30pm Sat/Sun). You will perform diagnostic X-ray exams, mentor students, and support patient-centered care under supervision of the department manager.

Required ARRT, state licensure, and BLS; prior radiography experience preferred. This role offers a sign-on bonus up to $9,000 and relocation assistance up to $5,000 for eligible applicants within 75 miles of Cedar Rapids.

Qualifications

• Competence in diagnostic X-ray exams (fixed and portable).
• Ability to explain procedures to patients and families.
• Licensure/certifications required by state and ARRT.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiography exams per protocol and patient needs.
• Precept new employees and students when applicable.
• Maintain infection control and safety standards in all procedures.

Skills

Diagnostic radiography

Computed radiography

Digital radiography

RIS

PACS

Workday

Education

Radiologic Technology education

Tools

RIS

PACS

Workday

Job description

## Radiographer- WEOApply: Mercy Medical Center: Part time: Posted Today: JR105464**External Applicants Earn up to $9,000 Sign on Bonus!****External applicants are eligible for an up to $5,000 relocation bonus if residing 75 miles or more from Cedar Rapids, Iowa** **Hours for the position are 9am-9:30pm Saturday and Sunday with no call****Work Shift**Weekend Option**Scheduled Weekly Hours**24**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.**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 radiology and one additional location to include fluoroscopy, surgery or pain clinic according to protocol and with the least amount of radiation needed to obtain a quality image.* Explains and prepares the patient for all Radiographic procedures.* Demonstrates a working knowledge of RIS, PACS, Workday 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.* 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.**Professional Experience*** 6 months’ experience required.* One year experience in surgical radiography preferred.**Education*** Education sufficient to obtain required licensure/certifications.**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. **Physical Requirements**Heavy: Exert 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently.**Pay Rate Type**Hourly