Radiology Technologist - $24-32 per hour

DMC Group; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Detroit Medical Center in Detroit, MI is seeking a Radiology Technologist for an ongoing staff position at DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital.

The role involves performing diagnostic radiologic exams with appropriate imaging equipment, verifying patient identity, reviewing history, and communicating findings to the radiologist.

Qualifications

• Analytical and clinical skills to determine age-appropriate radiographs.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to instruct patients under stress.
• Technical knowledge to operate radiology equipment and computers.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a complex hospital setting.
• Physical stamina for walking, standing, lifting and patient positioning.
• Dexterity and visual acuity for high-quality radiographs.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, perform diagnostic radiologic exams with appropriate equipment.
• Verify patient identity and review medical records for exam appropriateness.
• Interview patient to obtain/update medical history and assess risk factors.
• Explain procedures, risks, benefits, and follow-up to patients.
• Set up equipment and acquire images as per script, review and document observations.
• Communicate data to radiologist and participate in quality improvement activities.
• Provide imaging education to residents, students, and new staff.
• Take call/standby as required by the department.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical knowledge

Multi-tasking

Physical stamina

Manual dexterity

Job description

Detroit Medical Center is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a job in Detroit, Michigan.

Detroit Medical Center is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a job in Detroit, Michigan.

• Specialty: Radiology Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Summary Description

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. Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies as appropriate. Provides physician-prescribed post care instructions to patients. 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. Able to take call/standby as required by the department.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

1. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiography (R).

2. Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.

Skills Required

1. Analytical and clinical skills necessary to determine the most age appropriate method of providing requested radiographs specific to patient\'s physical ability and/or limitations.

2. Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal effectively with and instruct patients who may be under physical/emotional stress; ability to comprehend and follow physicians verbal and written request and prescriptions; ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse atmosphere with a variety of hospital personnel and/or patients.

3. Technical knowledge necessary to operate equipment including but not limited to all specialized equipment and computers.

4. Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities.

5. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients. Physical ability to stand, bend, push, pull, reach and lift in order to provide patient care.

6. Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate and utilize all types of x-ray equipment and supplies in order to produce radiographs of acceptable diagnostic quality.

Facility Description

DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is DMC’s largest hospital, offering a comprehensive heart center, cancer care, gerontology, emergency medicine, obstetrics/gynecology and cosmetic services. Sinai-Grace’s joint replacement program features a revolutionary minimally invasive knee and hip replacement surgery that attracts patients from all over the country. Sinai-Grace operates more than 21 outpatient care sites and ambulatory surgery centers throughout Wayne and Oakland Counties and is one of 10 hospitals in the nation to be awarded a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grant to help set the standards of cardiac care for hospitals and physicians throughout the nation.

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