Radiologic Technologist / 36hrs/wk. Midnights

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus of $15,000

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform Radiologic procedures under a Radiologist's direction in Detroit. The role involves patient preparation, conducting imaging procedures while ensuring safety and compliance with protocols, and managing documentation.

This position requires a High School Diploma or G.E.D., ARRT registration or eligibility, and BCLS certification. Experience in healthcare settings is preferred. The job offers a night shift and is crucial for patient care in the Emergency Room.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform Radiologic procedures for evaluation as directed by physicians.
• Explain examination procedures to patients.
• Monitor patients for reactions and provide immediate care.

Skills

Radiologic procedures

Patient care

Radiation protection principles

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Radiographic equipment

Job description

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.

Sign on Bonus

$15,000.00

Principal 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 reduce 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 worksheets, logs, patient records and documentation.

Education/Experience Required

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

Certifications/Licenses Required

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

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Hospital - Detroit Main Campus
• Department: Radiology-Emergency Room
• Shift: Night Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable