Radiology Technologist

Trinity Health; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay

Benefits Day One

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement match

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral program

Career growth

Job summary

Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital and Canton Medical Center seek a Radiology Technologist to operate diagnostic imaging equipment, assist Radiologists, and produce high-quality radiographs in alignment with department protocols. The role supports contrast administration and patient safety while following ALARA principles.

The position is day shift, 32 hours per week across two 12-hour shifts and one 8-hour shift, with start times at 7a or 9a, at two locations in the Ann Arbor area.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technologist / Radiography program.
• Registered as a Radiographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• One year of experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred.
• Good working knowledge of anatomy and understanding of physics, electricity, and positions (supine, prone).
• Knowledge of exposure methods to produce clear films and reduce patient radiation dose (ALARA).

Responsibilities

• Review requests for procedures using department protocols, physician recommendations and clinical judgment.
• Prepare patients for procedures including positioning and immobilization.
• Assist Radiologist in performing routine radiographs and operate imaging equipment.
• Monitor patient condition before and during procedures and respond to emergencies.
• Document procedure verification and imaging results in the computerized system.
• Collect completed PACS images and forward to appropriate locations for interpretation.
• Maintain sterile practices and infection control documentation.
• Monitor quality control daily and report equipment issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

ARRT Certification

BLS Certification

Radiologic Technologist Experience

Anatomy Knowledge

ALARA Dose Reduction

Equipment Operation

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technologist / Radiography program

Tools

Computerized documentation system

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Radiology Technologist

Department

X-Ray

Location

Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital and Canton Medical Center

(schedules will be assigned at both of these locations)

Position Purpose

The Radiology Technologist works closely with the Radiology leadership and the Radiologist to produce the highest quality diagnostic images possible in accordance with the department protocols. Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to obtain routine radiographs of designated body portions for interpretation by physicians. Assists radiologist in the administration of contrast media required in specific diagnostic procedures.

Shift available

Day Shift

Status available

Full Time, 32 hours per week

Two 12-hour shifts and One 8-hour shift per week

7a or 9a start times.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technologist / Radiography program
• Registered as a Radiographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
• One year of experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred
• Must have good working knowledge of anatomy and understanding of the principles of physics, electricity, variations of anatomical positions – supine, prone, etc.
• Must know methods of exposure to obtain clearly defined films and to set up and operate equipment, with an emphasis on reduction in patient radiation dose (ALARA – As Low As Reasonably Achievable).

What the Radiology Technologist will do

• Review requests for procedures, using reason(s) for the procedures, department protocols, physician recommendations and personal judgment to determine region(s) to be examined and diagnostic images to be obtained.
• Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures by explaining the procedure, transferring and positioning patients, attaching or arranging immobilization and support devices, instructing and reassuring patients, using care, courtesy and tact.
• Assist the Radiologist in performance of routine radiographs, adjusts, manipulates and controls a variety of imaging equipment, and accessories used in performing diagnostic procedures.
• Monitor patient's condition before and during performance of diagnostic procedures, recognizing changes that may require emergency actions and initiating appropriate responses.
• Document procedure verification and procedural, using a computerized system, and determines need for and performs necessary re-imaging.
• Collect all completed diagnostic PACS images and forwards to appropriate location(s) for interpretation and results reporting.
• Practice sterile, isolation and aseptic techniques to prevent contamination, and maintains documentation of infection control procedures and activities.
• Monitor quality control on a daily basis; reports operational and functional equipment problems to appropriate personnel. .
• Other duties as assigned.

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
• Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
• Tuition Reimbursement

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.