Mercycare Service Corporation
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Mercy Medical Centertime type:
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JR103218**External Applicants are eligible for an up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus!****Applicants may be eligible for a $5,000 relocation bonus if relocating 75+ miles from Cedar Rapids, Iowa.****This position is Monday-Friday, 8:00a-4:30pm with no call with rotating holidays****Work Shift**Day**Scheduled Weekly Hours**40**Summary**This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing computed tomography procedures, including CT procedures of an invasive nature.**Job Description****Job Duties*** Ensures that all accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome.* Performs CT exams according to established protocol and with the least amount of radiation needed to obtain a quality image.* Explains and prepares the patient for all CT exams.* Demonstrates a working knowledge of RIS, PACS, WorkDay and other computer software as assigned.* Identifies each patient correctly verifying the exam to be performed.* Reviews each patient's medical history and clinical diagnosis for appropriateness of exam.* Reviews CT images for technique, positioning, laterality, patient demographics and image quality and repeats images of poor quality.* Establishes intravenous access, using sterile technique, to inject contrast media.* Supports the School of Radiology educational process.* Supervises students as outlined in the Student Supervision policy.* Trains radiography students and new employees while providing quality patient care.* Adheres to the Iowa Department of Public Health Radiation Safety Regulations as it applies to worker and patient safety in the CT department.* Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.**Department Specific Duties****Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*** Competent with Computed Tomography equipment and scanning.* Competent in using department information systems and PACS.**Professional Experience*** One year experience in CT preferred.**Education*** Education sufficient to obtain required licensure.**Licensure, Certification, Registration*** 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), in accordance with the American Heart Association required.* Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse/Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.**Pay Rate Type**Hourly***Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.***Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.**The Mercy Touch — it’s compassionate people taking care of patients and each other. And, at Mercy Cedar Rapids, there's something for anyone who wants to have an influence on their community and grow their career. We are proud of our mission-centered culture and our employees enjoy growth opportunities, supportive team members, a generous benefits package and more.****If you don't see the position you're looking for - or if you're not sure what you're looking for, we invite you to join our Talent Community to stay informed about future opportunities!** #J-18808-Ljbffr
Mercy Medical Centertime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
JR103218**External Applicants are eligible for an up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus!****Applicants may be eligible for a $5,000 relocation bonus if relocating 75+ miles from Cedar Rapids, Iowa.****This position is Monday-Friday, 8:00a-4:30pm with no call with rotating holidays****Work Shift**Day**Scheduled Weekly Hours**40**Summary**This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing computed tomography procedures, including CT procedures of an invasive nature.**Job Description****Job Duties*** Ensures that all accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome.* Performs CT exams according to established protocol and with the least amount of radiation needed to obtain a quality image.* Explains and prepares the patient for all CT exams.* Demonstrates a working knowledge of RIS, PACS, WorkDay and other computer software as assigned.* Identifies each patient correctly verifying the exam to be performed.* Reviews each patient's medical history and clinical diagnosis for appropriateness of exam.* Reviews CT images for technique, positioning, laterality, patient demographics and image quality and repeats images of poor quality.* Establishes intravenous access, using sterile technique, to inject contrast media.* Supports the School of Radiology educational process.* Supervises students as outlined in the Student Supervision policy.* Trains radiography students and new employees while providing quality patient care.* Adheres to the Iowa Department of Public Health Radiation Safety Regulations as it applies to worker and patient safety in the CT department.* Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.**Department Specific Duties****Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*** Competent with Computed Tomography equipment and scanning.* Competent in using department information systems and PACS.**Professional Experience*** One year experience in CT preferred.**Education*** Education sufficient to obtain required licensure.**Licensure, Certification, Registration*** 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), in accordance with the American Heart Association required.* Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse/Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.**Pay Rate Type**Hourly***Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.***Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.**The Mercy Touch — it’s compassionate people taking care of patients and each other. And, at Mercy Cedar Rapids, there's something for anyone who wants to have an influence on their community and grow their career. We are proud of our mission-centered culture and our employees enjoy growth opportunities, supportive team members, a generous benefits package and more.****If you don't see the position you're looking for - or if you're not sure what you're looking for, we invite you to join our Talent Community to stay informed about future opportunities!** #J-18808-Ljbffr