Radiology Multi-Modality Tech - PRN

Rockford Health Physicians; Roscoe Township (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 74,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a radiology technologist to perform advanced imaging procedures in a multi-modality department, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout exams.

The role supports radiologists and the healthcare team, prepares patients, administers contrast, and maintains equipment and supplies while mentoring students and staff.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiography program.
• ARRT registered in Radiography; CT credential within two years of hire.
• BLS/CPR required within 90 days of hire.
• Two to four years of radiography experience; hospital environment preferred.
• Illinois IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation required if working in Illinois; Wisconsin WI-DSPS radiographer license required if working in Wisconsin.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures, operate imaging equipment, and administer contrast.
• Position patients to optimize imaging targets and ensure patient comfort.
• Practice aseptic technique and manage intravenous access.
• Initiate basic life support when necessary and provide patient education.
• Maintain inventory and supplies, and mentor students and partners.
• Observe universal protocol and patient identifiers; ensure patient safety across procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Mentoring

Stress management

Education

Graduate of an accredited radiography program

Job description

OVERVIEWPerform advanced imaging procedures while providing safe, compassionate care and helping patients feel comfortable throughout their visit. This role works closely with radiologists and the healthcare team to prepare patients, operate imaging equipment, administer contrast when needed, and support quality patient care, education, and clinical leadership within the department.SCHEDULE: PRNSHIFT: Coverage needed for open hoursESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMaintains active status in the modalities in which they practice.Assists the department coordinator by providing clinical leadership, completes projects, advanced level clinical duties and regular assignments as requested.Is competent in all exams performed within the assigned modalities.Corroborates patient clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by the radiologist.Prepares the patient for procedures, providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.Selects and operates imaging equipment, image capture devices, and accessories to successfully perform procedures.Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort; immobilizes patient as necessary.Practices aseptic technique as necessary,Prepares and administers contrast media as appropriate to procedures performed; starts and maintains intravenous access.Initiates basic life support action when necessary.Provides patient education.Provides input for supply and equipment decisions, maintains control of inventory and supplies for assigned area.Provides practical instruction for students and partners.Observes universal protocol, standard precautions and appropriate patient identifiers.Applies principles of patient safety during all aspects of procedures, including assisting and transporting patients.Other duties, tasks as assigned.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEGraduate of an accredited radiography programTwo to four years of experience as a technologist as a Radiographer is required. Experience in a hospital environment preferredCERTIFICATION/LICENSUREARRT registered in Radiography required; the CT credential is required within two years of hireIEMA-DNS radiography accreditation required if working in IllinoisWI-DSPS radiographer license required if working in WisconsinBLS/CPR required within 90 days of hireOTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIESExperience in working with radiologic technologists, radiologists and support staff in a multimodality departmentProficiency in mentoring employees and providing corrective action appropriatelyExperience in obtaining departmental accreditationAbility to communicate in a friendly and effective mannerDemonstrated ability to foster excellent teamwork in a radiology departmentStrong organizational skills with ability to work independentlyRead/comprehend written and verbal instructionsBasic PC skillsManage stress appropriatelyMake decisions under pressure and handle multiple prioritiesManage anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriatelyLEVEL OF SUPERVISIONWorks independently, with limited direct supervision.SUPERVISESN/APAY RANGE:$27.17 - $53.77Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and benefits, including retirement, time off, on-demand pay, access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more. Click here for more details.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.Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working MothersA Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women