Radiology Technologist

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Chelsea (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

PTO & Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement plan with match

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Radiology Technologist at Chelsea Hospital, part of Trinity Health, supports imaging procedures by reviewing orders, positioning patients, and assisting radiologists to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.

Responsibilities include operating imaging equipment, aiding contrast administration, and maintaining safety protocols. ARRT registration, accredited program, and BLS are required, with one year of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
• Registered as a Radiographer by ARRT.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• One year of experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physics related to radiography; body positions.

Responsibilities

• Review requests for procedures and determine region to image per protocol.
• Prepare patients: explain, position, involve immobilization devices, reassure.
• Assist Radiologist in routine radiographs and operate imaging equipment.
• Monitor patient condition before and during procedures and respond to changes.
• Document procedure verification and perform re-imaging as needed.
• Deliver completed PACS images to interpretation sites.
• Maintain sterile technique and infection control documentation.
• Monitor daily quality control and report equipment issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

ARRT Registered

BLS Certification

Anatomy knowledge

Positioning techniques

ALARA principles

Radiographic exposure

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technologist program

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: Radiology Technologist Department: X-Ray / Diagnostic Imaging Location: Chelsea Hospital Schedule: Contingent, Rotating

This is contingent, not part time.

Position Purpose:

The Radiology Technologist is responsible to review the Physician Order and reason for exam, position, and image of patients. 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. Performs a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, with integrity and initiative.

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program
• Registered as a Radiographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• 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

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