Radiologic Technologist Outpatient Surgery Center

Henry Ford Health; Saint Clair Shores (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Surgery Center in Saint Clair Shores, MI seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiologic procedures under a radiologist's direction. You will select techniques, position patients, and ensure safety and comfort according to department protocols.

Responsibilities include explaining procedures, preparing rooms, maintaining supplies, and completing patient records. Requires ARRT registration or eligibility and BCLS certification; a high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• ARRT registration or registry eligible with registration within 6 months of hire.
• BCLS Healthcare Provider certification required.

Responsibilities

• Explain examination procedure to patients and prepare them for the examination.
• Review clinical data on requisition and obtain patient history as necessary.
• Prepare procedure room and replenish stock as needed.
• Analyze patient anatomy, set up equipment and perform radiologic procedures with proper positioning.
• May administer intravenous contrast media and monitor for reactions.
• Apply ALARA principles to minimize radiation exposure and protect patients.
• Prepare sterile equipment and follow infection control practices and documentation requirements.
• Complete all necessary patient worksheets and records.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ARRT registration or registry eligible

BCLS certification

Job description

Job Description

Location: Henry Ford Surgery Center, 21000 E 12 Mile Rd, St Clair Shores, MI 48081

Operating Hours: M-Th 7a-6p, Fri 7a-5p, & Sat 8a-12p

Schedule: Contingent Rotating

Please note, one Saturday shift per month is required of this position.

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.

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 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.

Qualifications

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).