Interventional Radiology Technologist, Full Time - Days

Radiology Staff Member

The radiology staff member prepares patients and equipment for procedures, maintains a sterile environment, and assists the physician by operating imaging equipment and injecting contrast media as directed. They also capture and organize quality images, schedule procedures, manage supplies, handle basic coding and billing, and help with department projects.

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Shift: 8am-4:30pm or 7:30am-4pm, call rotation required

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Positions patient for exam, has appropriate supplies ready for procedure, maintains sterile field.
• Operates fluoroscope to aid Physician to view and guide wire or catheter through blood vessel to area of interest.
• Fills automatic injector with contrast media, sets flow rate, and activates injection of contrast media into blood vessels of patient, as directed by Physician.
• Acquires appropriate images with x-ray or ultrasound, then sends quality images to PACS for viewing.
• Schedules and coordinates procedures to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency.
• Performs intermediate level patient coding and billing.
• Monitors inventory control
• Utilizes appropriate scripting, barriers and patient identifiers.
• Assists coordinator as requested with projects and completes within the agreed upon time.

Education And/Or Experience

• Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school
• Two years experience in Diagnostic Radiology
• Two years experience in Interventional Radiology with VI certification.

Certification/Licensure

ARRT registered. State licensed radiographer, VI certification, CPR certification.

Other Skills And Abilities

Pay Range: $33.12 - $49.68

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA Options
• Generous, accruing paid time off
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Well-being Programs
• Employee Discounts
• On-Demand Pay
• Financial Education
• Annual recognition/awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
• Community service/improvement opportunities

At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated care across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women