CT / X-Ray Technologist, PRN

Mercy Health System • Crystal Lake, IL

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About The Position

The position is for a PRN / Pool Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist at Mercyhealth Crystal Lake Hospital in Crystal Lake, IL. The role involves performing computed tomography procedures and related techniques, as well as administering x-radiation to produce diagnostic images for physician interpretation. The job offers varied hours with great shift differential pay and requires a commitment to providing exceptional health care services. Mercyhealth emphasizes a Culture of Excellence, focusing on employee engagement, teamwork, and a caring atmosphere.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited radiography program
• ARRT Radiography registration required
• ARRT Computed Tomography registration required (or must be obtained within two years of hire)
• IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation required if working in Illinois
• WI-DSPS radiographer license required if working in Wisconsin
• Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days of hire

Nice To Haves

• Radiographer experience preferred
• CT experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic CT procedures.
• If assigned radiographer job duties, also performs radiographic, fluoroscopic, surgical and portable radiographic exams.
• Corroborates patient's 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.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: retirement plan with competitive matching contribution, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, access to flexible spending plans, and a variety of other discounted voluntary benefit options.
• Competitive Compensation: market competitive rates of pay and participation in various shift differential and special pay incentive programs.
• Paid Time Off: generous paid time off plan that increases with milestone anniversaries.
• Career Advancement: educational assistance programs and career ladders to support employees in their educational journey and advancement within Mercyhealth.
• Employee Wellbeing: focus on wellbeing for employees with tools and resources such as an employer-sponsored health risk assessment and a Wellbeing mobile application.
• Additional Benefits: access to internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education for retirement planning.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees