Imaging Care Technician

Trinity Health MI; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital is seeking an Imaging Care Technician to support the CT department's imaging workflows and patient care under supervision. The role involves verifying patient information, preparing exam rooms, and assisting with transfers and post-procedure tasks.

Day shift, full-time position (36 hours/week) requires a high school diploma and patient-care orientation. Strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and attention to detail are essential for success.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma required.
• Six (6) months of previous related patient care experience preferred.
• Formal department orientation must be completed to meet quality standards.
• Excellent communication with patients, families and colleagues is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam room and assist transfers to/from modality table.
• Orient patient and family to waiting and changing areas.
• Prepare patient for exam and verify identity and study to be performed.
• Collect patient information from chart, including diagnosis and allergies.
• Conduct modality-specific interviews and prepare forms as directed.
• Assist with venipuncture, IVs and routine oxygen therapy as needed.
• Record data in PACS/RIS and other hospital systems.
• Transport patients as required and maintain equipment cleanliness.
• Maintain annual BLS certification.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient care basics

Documentation accuracy

Lifting and positioning

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Imaging Care Technician

Department

CT

Location

Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital

Position 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.

Shift Available

Day Shift

Status

Full Time, 36 hours per week

What the Imaging Care Technician will need

• HS Diploma required
• Six (6) months of previous related experience in the area of patient care delivery preferred.
• 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.

What the Imaging Care Technician will do

• Prepare exam room for arrival, assists in transfers to/from modality table and assists in discharge of patients
• Orient patient/family to waiting and changing areas
• Prepare patient for exam
• Verify patient name, date of birth and medical record number and exam to be performed
• Obtain pertinent information from patient chart such as admitting assessment/diagnosis, allergies, list of medications
• Perform modality specific patient interviews / tasks as delegated such as pre-MRI screening form, contrast forms, patient history forms, discontinue peripheral intravenous
• Collect/send/transport labeled specimens to the lab
• Perform activities which may be modality specific such as venipuncture, obtaining blood specimens, starting and discontinuing IV lines (not to include regulating drip rate), routine oxygen therapy, pulse oximetry
• Gather data for post procedure check such as peripheral pulses, vital signs, presence of hematoma and circulation checks
• Perform patient care functions within but not limited to PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System), RIS (Radiology Information System), Hospital Order-Entry System
• Record patient information and required data in appropriate areas.
• Transport patient as needed.
• Clean and maintain equipment according to procedures
• 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.