Radiology Technologist

McLaren; Michigan; On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem schedule

On-call

Weekend availability

Job summary

McLaren is seeking a Per Diem Radiology Technologist in Michigan to perform imaging procedures under general supervision. You will operate and maintain x-ray equipment, position patients, and ensure safety and documentation in compliance with hospital policies.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, graduation from an AMA-approved radiology program, ARRT certification, and BLS. Per Diem schedule with on-call and weekend hours is common.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Graduation from an AMA-approved school of radiology technology.
• Current ARRT certification in general radiologic technology.
• Current BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures clearly to comfort patients.
• Operate and maintain imaging department equipment including x-ray.
• Position patients and capture the requested images.
• Perform imaging exams per policies and notify the physician on duty.
• Perform QA and radiation safety to minimize exposure to patients and staff.
• Maintain documentation, logs, charts and records in paper and electronic formats.
• Maintain adequate supplies to perform testing.
• Perform routine maintenance and functional checks on imaging equipment.
• Perform other related duties as required and directed.

Skills

Patient communication

Radiology safety

Documentation

Education

AMA-approved radiology technology program

ARRT certification

Associate degree in radiography (preferred)

Tools

X-ray equipment operation

Job description

Performs a variety of imaging procedures consistent with established policies and procedures at a technical level typically requiring general supervision.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Gives straightforward explanations and instructions to foster a sense of comfort and confidence to patients and ensure the needs of individual patients are met.
2. Operates and maintains all assigned imaging department equipment including but not limited to x-ray.
3. Positions patients and uses radiologic equipment to correctly capture the images requested by a physician.
4. Accurately performs all imaging exams as ordered in accordance with established policies, procedures, regulations, and laws; ensures the physician on duty is notified of the results.
5. Completes quality assurance processes and practices radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patients, staff and self.
6. Maintains all required documentation, logs, charts, forms and records in paper and electronic formats.
7. Maintains an adequate supply of all consumables to perform quality testing.
8. Performs all routine daily, weekly, monthly, and periodic maintenance and function checks following established protocol for all imaging equipment.
9. Performs other related duties as required and directed.

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduation from an AMA-approved school of radiology technology.
• Certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
• Current BLS certification.

Preferred:

Associate degree in radiology.

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.

Nicotine Testing – To provide a safe, healthy environment for our patients, employees and visitors, as of February 1, 2013 McLaren no longer hires individuals who use nicotine and will conduct nicotine testing during the pre-employment process. If the test is positive the offer will be rescinded. Individuals who test positive may re-apply for employment after six months.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Per Diem
• Daily Work Times: Varies
• Hours Per Pay Period: 0.01
• On Call: Yes
• Weekends: Yes