CT/X-Ray Multi-Modality Technologist – Full-Time, Mid-Shift

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois•Lake Geneva, WI

2d•$36 - $54

About The Position

The CT/X-Ray Multi-Modality Technologist performs diagnostic imaging procedures across multiple imaging modalities, producing high-quality images while prioritizing patient safety, comfort, and care. The role includes preparing and educating patients, operating imaging equipment, administering contrast when appropriate, maintaining clinical competencies, and providing guidance and support to students and fellow partners. The technologist works independently with limited direct supervision and provides clinical leadership and support to the department coordinator as requested. This is a full-time, mid-shift position with a weekend rotation. The pay range is $35.85–$53.77. Mercyhealth describes itself as an integrated health system operating seven hospitals and 85 primary and specialty clinics, with more than 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited radiography program.
Two to four years of experience as a technologist as a radiographer.
ARRT registration in Radiography.
CT credential required within two years of hire.
IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation required when working in Illinois.
WI-DSPS radiographer license required when working in Wisconsin.
BLS/CPR required within 90 days of hire.
Experience working with radiologic technologists, radiologists, and support staff in a multimodality department.
Proficiency in mentoring employees and providing corrective action appropriately.
Experience obtaining departmental accreditation.
Ability to communicate in a friendly and effective manner.
Demonstrated ability to foster excellent teamwork in a radiology department.
Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
Ability to read and comprehend written and verbal instructions.
Basic PC skills.
Ability to manage stress appropriately, make decisions under pressure, handle multiple priorities, and manage others’ anger, fear, hostility, or violence appropriately.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a hospital environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain active status in the modalities practiced.
Assist the department coordinator by providing clinical leadership, completing projects and advanced-level clinical duties, and performing regular assignments as requested.
Maintain competency in all exams performed within assigned modalities.
Corroborate the patient’s clinical history with the procedure and ensure the information is documented and available to the radiologist.
Prepare patients for procedures, provide instructions, obtain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
Select and operate imaging equipment, image-capture devices, and accessories to perform procedures.
Position patients to demonstrate the area of interest while respecting their ability and comfort, and immobilize them when necessary.
Practice aseptic technique as necessary.
Prepare and administer contrast media as appropriate and start and maintain intravenous access.
Initiate basic life support actions when necessary.
Provide patient education.
Provide input on supply and equipment decisions and maintain inventory and supplies for the assigned area.
Provide practical instruction for students and partners.
Observe universal protocol, standard precautions, and appropriate patient identifiers.
Apply patient-safety principles during procedures, including when assisting and transporting patients.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.