Weekend Radiologic Technologist - Imaging & Patient Care

MercyOne; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging on the weekend shift, Friday through Sunday, 9am-10:30pm, in Iowa. The role includes operating imaging equipment and rotating through surgery cases to advance to level III status.

The position emphasizes patient education, safety, and maintaining a clean, well-stocked department. Eligibility for licensure and registration will be evaluated during hiring.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of an accredited two-year Radiologic Technology program.
• Registry eligible or Registered Radiologic Technologist; maintain active registry status.
• Maintains current Iowa Permit to Practice.
• Participates in professional society (ISRT or SCD).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs Diagnostic Imaging procedures on scheduled shifts including operating imaging equipment.
• Rotates through surgery cases to acquire the skills and proficiency necessary to attain level III status.
• Provides patient/family education and counseling in recognition and solution of physical, emotional, and environmental health problems.
• Demonstrates proficiency in performing all exams according to protocol. Maintains the physical environment of the department in a clean, well-stocked, orderly manner.
• Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner, reporting any malfunctions to manager/Bio-med.

Skills

Patient education

Safety/protocol adherence

Communication with patients

Education

Two-year Radiologic Technology program

Iowa Permit to Practice

Registered Radiologic Technologist / Registry eligible

Job description

MercyOne is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging on the weekend shift, Friday through Sunday, 9am-10:30pm, in Iowa. The role includes operating imaging equipment and rotating through surgery cases to advance to level III status.

The position emphasizes patient education, safety, and maintaining a clean, well-stocked department. Eligibility for licensure and registration will be evaluated during hiring.