Radiologic Technologist, PRN

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois•Woodstock, IL

22d•$27 - $41

About The Position

Performs radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures and related techniques, administering x-radiation to produce diagnostic images for physician interpretation. The schedule is PRN, with variable shifts as needed. The position may require alternating shifts, weekends, holidays, and call. The technologist works independently with limited direct supervision and provides clinical supervision of allied health students and radiology aides. The role performs diagnostic radiographic, portable, C-arm, and fluoroscopic procedures; reviews clinical histories and orders; educates and positions patients; selects and operates imaging equipment; determines exposure factors; and applies radiation-protection and patient-safety principles. It includes processing and quality-checking images, documenting procedures and safety incidents, using radiology information systems and PACS, supporting medical-record and image sharing, assisting radiologists with examinations, preparing and assisting with contrast administration, and operating mobile equipment in the operating room, emergency room, or at the bedside. The technologist may initiate basic life support when necessary and provide practical instruction to students and partners. Mercyhealth describes itself as an integrated health system with seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and more than 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. The employer offers competitive pay and benefits and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
ARRT Radiography registration required.
IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation required when working in Illinois.
WI-DSPS radiographer license required when working in Wisconsin.
Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days.
Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of experience preferred; new graduates will be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic radiographic, portable, C-arm, and fluoroscopic procedures.
Review patients’ clinical histories, confirm appropriate orders, and review laboratory results as needed, consulting with a radiologist when necessary.
Provide patient education and position patients to demonstrate the area of interest while respecting their comfort and abilities.
Select and operate imaging equipment, image-capture devices, and accessories.
Determine radiographic techniques and exposure factors, following ALARA principles and radiation-protection practices.
Initiate basic life support when necessary.
Report and document x-ray safety incidents and adverse events according to protocol.
Process images and review them for correct identification and quality.
Use radiology information systems, including PACS; complete required records and reports; and submit images and data for physician review and interpretation.
Assist with medical-record and image sharing as needed.
Document information pertinent to x-ray and fluoroscopy procedures in the electronic medical record, including medication reconciliation.
Provide practical instruction to radiography students and partners.
Apply patient-safety principles during procedures, including assisting and transporting patients.
Operate mobile radiologic equipment in the operating room, emergency room, or at the patient’s bedside.
Assist radiologists with fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations.
Prepare contrast media and assist with its administration.
Provide clinical supervision of allied health students and radiology aides.