Pediatric CT / Xray Tech Full Time Rotate

Children's Hospital of Michigan; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Hospital of Michigan in Detroit is looking for a full-time Radiologic Technologist. You will perform diagnostics using CT, MRI, and interventional radiology equipment. Candidates must be registered by the ARRT, have BLS training, and obtain ACLS or PALS certifications within specified time frames. The position involves patient assessment, explaining procedures, and emergency response. A rotating shift is required, offering a dynamic work environment serving pediatric patients.

Qualifications

• Registered by ARRT in Radiology or related fields.
• Completion of BLS training by end of orientation period.
• ACLS within 6 months or PALS within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic exams using imaging equipment.
• Verify patient identity and medical records.
• Explain procedures and provide post care instructions.

Skills

Radiology skills

Patient assessment

Emergency response

Education

Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)

American Heart Association (AHA) BLS training

ACLS or PALS certification

Job description

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

Children’s Hospital of Michigan is an international leader in pediatric and adolescent medicine. Surgical services include general, thoracic, reconstructive and cardiovascular. Imaging technology designed specifically for children provides advanced diagnostic services including Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and MRI. The Children’s Hospital of Michigan Emergency Department is a verified Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and dedicated pediatric burn center. Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide care for thousands of children every year at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Children’s Hospital of Michigan - Troy and six ambulatory sites.

Job Description

Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, performs diagnostic exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment including CT, MRI, Interventional Radiology and Cardiology.

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

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology (RT) or Vascular-Interventional Radiography (VI) or Cardiovascular-Interventional (CV).
• Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.
• 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.
• One or more years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology.

Job: Imaging/Radiology

Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan

Facility: DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan

Job Type: Full Time

Shift Type: Rotating

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