MRI Technologist Contingent Days

Detroit Medical Center; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Detroit Medical Center is hiring for an Imaging/Radiology position at DMC Harper University Hospital. The role involves verifying patient identity, obtaining and updating medical histories, and ensuring compliance with imaging protocols. Candidates must be registered with ARRT in Radiology or MRI and have experience as a Radiologic Technologist. This PRN position offers day shifts in a clinical environment committed to innovative healthcare practices and employee diversity.

Qualifications

• Registered as ARRT in Radiology (R) or MRI.
• Successfully complete AHA Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider by orientation end.
• One or more years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Verifies patient identity and reviews medical records.
• Interviews patients to obtain and verify their medical history.
• Explains procedures to patients including risks and follow-up.

Skills

Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)

Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BLS)

Experience as a Radiologic Technologist

Job description

DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure.

Job Description

• Verifies patient identity and reviews patient's medical record for appropriateness of exam or procedure.
• Interviews patient to obtain, verify or update medical history and assesses risk factors such as medications, pregnancy and/or psychological indicators.
• Explains procedure to patient, including side effects of pharmaceuticals administered, risks, benefits, alternatives and follow-up.
• Sets up equipment and acquires appropriate images as per script.
• Reviews images, makes initial observations, documents exceptions from established protocols and communicates data to radiologist.
• Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies as appropriate. Provides physician‑prescribed post care instructions to patients.
• Participates in process improvement activities within radiology practice including but not limited to quality of care, patient flow, reject‑repeat analysis and patient satisfaction.
• Provides imaging education to residents, student technologists and new employees.
• Able to take call/standby as required by the department.

Qualifications

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology (R) or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).
• Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.
• One or more years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology (R) or advanced certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).

Job Details

• Job: Imaging/Radiology
• Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan
• Facility: DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital
• Job Type: PRN
• Shift Type: Day

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