CT/Xray Technologist - Marion

Mercy Cedar Rapids

123d

About The Position

This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing computed tomography procedures, including CT procedures of an invasive nature. The role involves ensuring that all accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families, and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. The technician will perform diagnostic x-ray and CT exams according to established protocol and with the least amount of radiation needed to obtain a quality image. Responsibilities include explaining and preparing the patient for all CT exams, demonstrating a working knowledge of RIS, PACS, Laborworkx and other computer software, and verifying patient information and exam appropriateness. The technician will also review diagnostic images for quality and repeat poor quality images, establish intravenous access for contrast media injection, and support the educational process of the School of Radiology by supervising and training students and new employees. Adherence to safety regulations and guidelines is crucial.

Requirements

• One year experience in CT preferred.
• Education sufficient to obtain required licensure.
• American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) or (CT) certificate required.
• Iowa Department of Public Health State Permit to Practice Diagnostic Radiography required.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse/Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required.

Responsibilities

• Perform computed tomography procedures, including invasive CT procedures.
• Communicate accurate and clinically relevant information with patients and co-workers.
• Perform diagnostic x-ray and CT exams according to established protocols.
• Explain and prepare patients for CT exams.
• Demonstrate knowledge of RIS, PACS, Laborworkx, and other software.
• Verify patient identity and appropriateness of exams.
• Review diagnostic images for quality and repeat poor quality images.
• Establish intravenous access using sterile technique for contrast media injection.
• Supervise and train radiography students and new employees.
• Adhere to safety regulations and report unsafe conditions.

Benefits

• Up to a $15,000 sign-on bonus for external hires.
• $5,000 relocation bonus for eligible hires relocating 75+ miles from Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
• Generous benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees