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Multi Modality Technologist, Radiology - Second Shift

Mercyhealth · Freeport, IL · $35.85–$53.77 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 8, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

This is a second-shift, 40-hour role in Freeport across multiple modalities. Which modalities are you registered in, and how do you keep your skills current in each one?

What they are checking: Whether they maintain active status and competence in every modality they practice, as the posting requires.

How do you train a student or newer tech without slowing down patient care?

What they are checking: Whether they can mentor during real work, which the posting lists as part of clinical leadership.

Tell me about a time you helped your coordinator with a department project.

What they are checking: Whether they contribute to department improvements beyond their scan list.

Tell me about a time you had to recognize a patient getting worse during an exam. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they notice changes in condition and start basic life support or get help quickly.

What would you do

In a smaller hospital on second shift, you may be the only tech. How do you handle an ER request, an inpatient portable and an outpatient all at the same time?

What they are checking: Whether they can prioritize by urgency and communicate clearly when they can't do everything at once.

A patient refuses to lie flat for a CT because of back pain. How do you get a usable study?

What they are checking: Whether they adapt positioning and communicate with the patient and radiologist rather than forcing it.

What steps do you take when you realize an exam was done on the wrong body part or wrong patient?

What they are checking: Whether they report errors honestly and follow incident procedures rather than hiding them.

About the work

Walk me through how you prepare a patient for a contrast study, from history to IV start.

What they are checking: Whether they check kidney function, allergies and history before starting IV access and giving contrast.

How do you make sure every image is correctly labeled before it goes to the radiologist?

What they are checking: Whether they verify patient identity and markers on every image, since labeling errors can cause wrong-side treatment.

How do you keep a patient comfortable and safe when they need to be immobilized?

What they are checking: Whether they explain immobilization, check comfort and avoid injury.

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The full job description

As published by Mercyhealth.

OVERVIEW This position performs advanced imaging procedures within assigned modalities while providing safe, compassionate, and high-quality patient care. The role also provides clinical leadership, supports department operations and projects, assists with training students and team members, and ensures compliance with patient safety and procedural standards. SCHEDULE: Full-Time 40 hours SHIFT: 8-hour shifts, Second shift ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Maintains active status in the modalities in which they practice. • Assists the department coordinator by providing clinical leadership, completes projects, advanced level clinical duties and regular assignments as requested. • Is competent in all exams performed within the assigned modalities. • Corroborates patient clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by the radiologist. • Prepares the patient for procedures, providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety. • Selects and operates imaging equipment, image capture devices, and accessories to successfully perform procedures. • Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort; immobilizes patient as necessary. • Practices aseptic technique as necessary, • Prepares and administers contrast media as appropriate to procedures performed; starts and maintains intravenous access. • Initiates basic life support action when necessary. • Provides patient education. • Provides input for supply and equipment decisions, maintains control of inventory and supplies for assigned area. • Provides practical instruction for students and partners. • Observes universal protocol, standard precautions and appropriate patient identifiers. • Applies principles of patient safety during all aspects of procedures, including assisting and transporting patients. • Other duties, tasks as assigned. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Graduate of an accredited radiography program Two to four years of experience as a technologist as a Radiographer is required. Experience in a hospital environment preferred CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE ARRT registered in Radiography required; the CT credential is required within two years of hire IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation required if working in Illinois WI-DSPS radiographer license required if working in Wisconsin BLS/CPR required within 90 days of hire OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Experience in working with radiologic technologists, radiologists and support staff in a multimodality department • Proficiency in mentoring employees and providing corrective action appropriately • Experience in obtaining departmental accreditation • Ability to communicate in a friendly and effective manner • Demonstrated ability to foster excellent teamwork in a radiology department • Strong organizational skills with ability to work independently • Read/comprehend written and verbal instructions • Basic PC skills • Manage stress appropriately • Make decisions under pressure and handle multiple priorities • Manage anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately LEVEL OF SUPERVISION Works independently, with limited direct supervision. SUPERVISES N/A PAY RANGE: $35.85 - $53.77 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 Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information. 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 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

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