Radiologic Technologist: Impactful Diagnostics & Growth

DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital; Commerce Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital in Michigan is seeking a Radiologic Technologist under general supervision to perform diagnostic radiologic exams using appropriate imaging equipment, verify patient identity, review medical records, and explain procedures to patients.

You will set up equipment, acquire images, review them with the radiologist, participate in quality and patient flow improvements, and may take call or standby as needed; ARRT(R) registration and BLS must be completed.

Qualifications

• 1. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiography (R).
• 2. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical knowledge

Teamwork

Job description

DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital in Michigan is seeking a Radiologic Technologist under general supervision to perform diagnostic radiologic exams using appropriate imaging equipment, verify patient identity, review medical records, and explain procedures to patients.

You will set up equipment, acquire images, review them with the radiologist, participate in quality and patient flow improvements, and may take call or standby as needed; ARRT(R) registration and BLS must be completed.