External Applicants Earn up to $9,000 Sign on Bonus! External applicants are eligible for an up to $5,000 relocation bonus if residing 75 miles or more from Cedar Rapids, Iowa Hours for the position are 9am-9:30pm Saturday and Sunday with no call Work Shift Weekend Option Scheduled Weekly Hours 24 Summary This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by performing interpretive, patient care and technical functions to ensure proper radiological diagnosis of patients under the direction of the department manager. The Radiographer II will have additional responsibilities precepting new employees and students in addition to being an expert resource for all front-line. Job Description Job Duties Ensure 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. Demonstrates competence and actively performs diagnostic (fixed and portable) x-ray exams in radiology and one additional location to include fluoroscopy, surgery or pain clinic according to protocol and with the least amount of radiation needed to obtain a quality image. Explains and prepares the patient for all Radiographic procedures. Demonstrates a working knowledge of RIS, PACS, Workday and other computer software as assigned. Identifies each patient correctly verifying the exam to be performed is being done on the correct patient. Reviews each patient's medical history and clinical diagnosis for appropriateness of exam. Reviews radiographic images for technique, positioning, laterality, patient demographics and image quality and repeats images of poor quality. Adheres to all infection control policies in surgery. Understands the School of Radiologic Technology's clinical competency system. Maintains current knowledge of School of Radiology policies, procedures, and student progress. Understands requirements for student supervision as outlined in the Student Supervision policy for the Mercy/St. Luke's school of Radiologic Technology. Communicates with School of Radiology faculty on student-related progress and issues. Attends and participates in meetings/educational programs in Radiologic Technology Education. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Competent using diagnostic (fixed and portable) x-ray equipment, computed radiography and digital radiography. Professional Experience 6 months’ experience required. One year experience in surgical radiography preferred. Education Education sufficient to obtain required licensure/certifications. Licensure, Certification, Registration American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) 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. Physical Requirements Heavy: Exert 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently. 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. Talent Tuesdays An open-house hiring event, every Tuesday. Learn More Join Our Talent Community Be the first to know of new opportunities at Mercy Cedar Rapids. Learn More Useful Links Benefits About Us Life at Mercy Life in Cedar Rapids

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