Radiographer I, Diagnostic Radiology

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 I will either have additional responsibility for performing radiology procedures in Surgery or Pain Clinic.Job DutiesAttends and participates in meetings/educational programs in Radiologic Technology EducationCommunicates with School of Radiology faculty on student-related progress and issues.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.Understands the School of Radiologic Technology's clinical competency system.Adheres to all infection control policies.Reviews radiographic images for technique, positioning, laterality, patient demographics and image quality and repeats images of poor quality.Reviews each patient's medical history and clinical diagnosis for appropriateness of exam.Identifies each patient correctly verifying the exam to be performed is being done on the correct patient.Demonstrates a working knowledge of RIS, PACS, LaborWorkx and other computer software as assignedExplains and prepares the patient for all Radiographic General and Fluoroscopic proceduresCompetent in performing diagnostic/fluoroscopy (fixed and portable) x-ray exams according to protocol and with the least amount of radiation needed to obtain a quality imageEnsure 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.Department Specific DutiesN/AKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesCompetent using diagnostic (fixed and portable) x-ray equipment, computed radiography and digital radiography/fluoroscopy, PACS & Epic.Professional ExperienceOne year of experience as a radiographer preferredLicensure, Certification, RegistrationAmerican Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) certificate requiredIowa Department of Public Health State Permit to Practice Diagnostic Radiography requiredCurrent certification in Basic Life Support, 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.About the company656 Mercy Medical Center is a Catholic hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.NoticeTalentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. Request assistance at accessibility@talentify.io or 407-000-0000.Federal law requires every new hire to complete Form I-9 and present proof of identity and U.S. work eligibility.An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) will score your job-related skills and responses. Bias-audit & data-use details: www.talentify.io/bias-audit-report . NYC applicants may request an alternative process or accommodation at aedt@talentify.io or 407-000-0000. #J-18808-Ljbffr