OR Special Procedure Technologist

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO

Education opportunities

Health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

Voluntary insurance options

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare is seeking an OR Special Procedure Technologist for DMC Harper University Hospital in Detroit. The role performs diagnostic exams with imaging equipment and participates in quality care and patient flow initiatives.

A sign-on bonus up to $15,000 is offered based on experience. Requirements include ARRT in Radiology or VI/CV, BLS, ACLS or PALS within designated timelines, and 1+ years of Radiologic Technologist experience.

Qualifications

• Registered ARRT in Radiology (RT), Vascular-Interventional Radiography (VI) or Cardiovascular-Interventional (CV).
• AT LEAST 1+ years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
• BLS certification required by orientation; ACLS or PALS as specified.

Responsibilities

• Verifies patient identity and reviews medical records for exam appropriateness.
• Notes medical history and risk factors, including medications and pregnancy.
• Explains procedures, equipment setup and image acquisition per script.
• Reviews images, documents exceptions, and communicates with radiologist.
• Responds to medical emergencies and provides post-care instructions.

Education

ARRT Certification (RT/VI/CV)

AHA BLS Provider

ACLS within 6 months / PALS within 1 year

1+ years Radiologic Technologist experience

Job description

Job Description - OR Special Procedure Technologist (2606000415)

OR Special Procedure Technologist

Description

**Up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus, based on relevant experience**

Embark on a rewarding career with DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcareprofessional eager to contribute to patient care,this is your opportunity where your skills make adifference every day. Join us in deliveringexceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

Benefits Statement

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Description/Summary

Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, performs diagnostic exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment.

Responsibilities

Verifies patient identity and reviews patients 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. May perform duties as a Radiologic Technologist, as needed.

Qualifications

1. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology (RT) or Vascular-Interventional Radiography (VI) or Cardiovascular-Interventional (CV).

2. Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.

3. Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) within 6 months of hire for employees working in adult setting or Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification (PALS) within 1 year of hire for employees working in a cardiology setting.

4. One or more years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology.

Facility 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.

EEO Statement

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Job Number: 2606000415

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