Radiographer (Radiologic Technologist)

MetaSense Inc; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Southfield, MI seeks a Radiologic Technologist responsible for performing radiologic procedures. Ideal candidates will possess an ARRT certification or be registry eligible, along with a commitment to patient care and safety. This position offers fixed shifts and requires collaboration in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Must maintain required hours of continued education.
• Registered in Radiography with ARRT or registry eligible.
• Healthcare Provider certification (BCLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Performs Radiologic procedures under the direction of a Radiologist.
• Explains examination procedures to patients and obtains medical history.
• Completes patient records and ensures optimal patient safety and care.

Skills

Patient Care

Radiographic Techniques

Safety Practices

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Base pay range

$28.56/hr - $28.56/hr

General Summary

Under the direction of a Radiologist, performs Radiologic procedures for the evaluation of pathological entities as ordered by a physician. Performs related functions according to department protocols. Utilizes independent judgment in determining appropriate radiographic techniques, positioning, and safety practices.

Principle Duties And Responsibilities

• Explains examination procedure to patients and prepares patient for the examination.
• Reviews clinical data on requisition and performs appropriate examination. Obtains additional information about the patient medical history, as necessary.
• Prepares procedure room and regularly replenishes stock such as linen and related supplies.
• Analyzes anatomical structure of patient, sets up equipment and performs the Radiologic procedure. Manually controls the equipment to obtain the proper diagnostic information from the area of the body being studied. Utilizes patient immobilization as needed.
• May select and administer intravenous contrast media. Monitors patient for possible reactions as appropriate to the study and provides immediate care to patient if a reaction should occur.
• Performs all imaging procedures by demonstrating the principles of radiation protection: may involve shielding of patients, selection of appropriate equipment settings to reduction dose, using other ALARA techniques, etc.
• May prepare and set up sterile equipment, monitors, and supplies required for the procedure to be performed. Follows department infection control practices and techniques. Ensures the adequate supplies are on hand and properly stored.
• Follows department standards for performing patient care functions as required for optimal patient safety, privacy, confidentiality, comfort, and legal/ethical rights.
• Completes all necessary work sheets, logs, patient records, and documentation.
• When needed, assumes the responsibility of teaching/educating new hires and
  
  

students while maintaining one’s own responsibilities and duties.

• PACS: resolves any/all image exceptions and ensures high quality image delivery into PACS; including viewing of images into PACS and confirming image/series counts.
• RIS: completes all study indexing; including study begin, study end, and the completion of the study in the Radiology Information System
• Reviews and confirms as necessary with Radiologist clinical protocols before preforming study.
• Demonstrates on a consistent basis Team member standards of excellence including AIDET, open communication, responding in a timely manner, displaying a positive attitude, fostering innovation, respecting diversity, etc.
• Performs all documentation in the medical record as necessary, as well as within the radiology information system to support all clinical and billing functions.
  
  

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• Work in the hospital with a fixed unit and/or in the IPD/OR/ER, etc. with a mobile unit.
• May be potentially exposed to radiation if proper precautions are not utilized.
• May be exposed to high-voltage equipment.
• May be exposed to potentially contagious patients.
• Occasionally may lift and/or move equipment and/or patients that would be in excess of 10 lbs.
  
  

Education/Experience Required

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Must maintain the required hours of continued education.
  
  

Certifications/Licensures Required

• Must be registered in Radiography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) or registry eligible. If registry eligible, registry must be obtained within 6 months of date of hire.
• Healthcare Provider certification required (BCLS).
  
  

Hospital Experienced Required

Certification/Licensure Required:

ARRT (R), BLS Required

Additional Skills/Information

OR and GI experience preferred.

Shift Hours

1 year of experience required

• 0700-1900, 3 12-hour shifts with every 3rd weekend.
• 0700-1700 4 10-hour shifts with every 3rd weekend.
• 0730-1600 5 8hour shifts with every 3rd weekend,

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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