Imaging Care Technician

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking an Imaging Care Technician (ICT) for night shifts to support radiology and patient care on a part-time basis in our Michigan facilities.

The ICT collaborates with technologists and radiologists, ensuring safe, clean patient environments and accurate data collection. Must follow instructions, document patient information, and provide compassionate care through all procedures.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED
• Successful completion of department orientation to meet quality and productivity standards
• Interpersonal skills to communicate with patients, families and staff
• Ability to follow instructions, record patient information, prioritize tasks and organize work
• Walk/stand for 90% of shift; lift/position patients; pay close attention to details
• Able to work where there is potential exposure to infectious agents or contaminants

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks as delegated.
• Provides timely feedback to radiology staff regarding patient responses.
• Receives and reports to other caregivers.
• Promptly responds to patient requests.
• Explains planned procedures to reduce fear and encourage cooperation.
• Performs modality-specific tasks such as venipuncture and blood draws.
• Start/discontinue IV lines; monitor oxygen therapy and vital signs.
• Gather data for post-procedure checks and radiology records.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe patient care environment and prepare rooms for exams.
• Transport patients and assist in transfers and discharges.
• Attend radiation safety in-services and maintain awareness of radiation hazards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication with patients

Attention to detail

Record patient information

Standing/walking 90% of shift

Infection control awareness

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

PACS

RIS

Hospital Information System

Job description

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: Night Shift

GENERAL SUMMARY AND PURPOSE

Under the direction of a technologist / radiologist, the imaging care technician (ICT) is responsible for direct patient care considering age specific, developmental, cultural and spiritual needs. ICT demonstrates department-designated competencies. The ICT will assist in establishing and maintaining a patient care environment that is clean, safe and conducive to patient/family wellbeing including concepts of relationship centered care.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

HS Diploma or GED

Successful completion of formal department orientation required to meet the quality and productivity standards of the job.

Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, families, and other employees.

Ability to: follow instructions and record patient information, prioritize assigned tasks and organize work, walk and stand for 90% of shift, lift, turn, and position patients. Concentrate and pay close attention to details for over 90% of time. Able to work in area with potential exposure to infectious agents and/or contaminants.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

Performs specific tasks as delegated.

Provides timely feedback and follow up to radiology staff regarding patient response.

Receives and provides report to other caregivers.

Promptly responds to patient requests.

Inform patients about planned procedures and treatments in order to reduce fear and anxieties and to encourage patient cooperation.

Performs activities which may be modality specific such as: Venipuncture Obtains blood specimens.

Start and discontinue IV lines (not to include regulating drip rate). Routine oxygen therapy, pulse oximetry Gathers data for post procedure check such as peripheral pulses, vital signs, presence of hematoma and circulation checks Other modality specific activities as delegated by radiology staff.

Performs patient care functions within but not limited to: PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) RIS (Radiology Information System) Hospital Order-Entry System Records patient information and required data in appropriate areas. Transports patients as needed. Performs modality specific patient interviews / tasks as delegated such as: Pre MRI screening form Contrast forms Patient history forms Discontinues peripheral intravenous Collects/sends/takes labeled specimens to the lab Obtains pertinent information from patient chart such as: Admitting assessment/diagnosis Allergies List of medications.

Assists in establishing and maintaining a patient care environment that is clean, safe, and conducive to patient/family wellbeing such as: Orient patient/family to waiting and changing areas Prepare patient for exam Verify patient name, date of birth and medical record number Verify exam to be performed Prepare exam room for arrival, assists in transfers to/from modality table and assists in discharge of patients Cleans and maintains equipment according to procedures Completes delegated department specific activities such as: Gathers post procedural data for entry into Radiology Information System, RIS. Checks/restocks equipment/supplies. Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills. Performs other unit specific duties as delegated.

Seeks ongoing learning experiences by attending appropriate in-services, continuing education and mandatory programs. Attends annual radiation safety in-service as modality requires. Applies awareness of potential radiation hazards and observes appropriate radiation safety. Attends annual BLS certification.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states.

Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services.

Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.