Radiology Technologist - $24-32 per hour

Detroit Medical Center; Hamtramck (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Detroit Medical Center is seeking a Radiology Technologist in Hamtramck, Michigan. The role covers diagnostic imaging with a focus on patient safety, image quality, and workflow efficiency. The position requires ARRT in Radiography and BLS, with a sign-on bonus up to $15,000 based on experience.

Work schedule is 40 hours per week, evenings, and includes on-call standby as needed. This is a staff, full‑time role at DMC Receiving Hospital, a leading Level I trauma center in Detroit.

Qualifications

• ARRT Radiography (R) certification required.
• BLS certification required (AHA) by end of orientation period.
• Analytical and clinical skills to determine imaging methods.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for patient interaction.
• Technical knowledge to operate radiology equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiological exams using appropriate imaging equipment.
• Verify patient identity and medical records for exam appropriateness.
• Explain procedures, risks, benefits and follow-up to patients.
• Set up equipment and acquire quality images per protocol.
• Review images, document deviations, and communicate with radiologists.
• Respond to medical emergencies as needed and provide post-care instructions.
• Participate in radiology practice process improvements and education of staff.

Skills

ARRT Radiography (R)

BLS - Healthcare Provider

Job description

Radiology Technologist - $24-32 per hour

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, evenings
• Employment Type: Staff

**Up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus, based on amount of relevant experience*

DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, Michigan’s first Level I Trauma Center, helped pioneer the evolution of emergency medicine and currently has one of the busiest and most well‑equipped emergency departments anywhere. The first and largest verified burn center in the state is at Receiving, and it is one of only 43 in the nation. Receiving also offers the state’s leading 24/7 hyperbaric oxygen program, Metro Detroit’s first certified primary stroke center, and the nationally recognized and accredited DMC Rosa Parks Geriatric Center of Excellence.

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.

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Radiology Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, evenings
• Employment Type: Staff

**Up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus, based on amount of relevant experience*

DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, Michigan’s first Level I Trauma Center, helped pioneer the evolution of emergency medicine and currently has one of the busiest and most well‑equipped emergency departments anywhere. The first and largest verified burn center in the state is at Receiving, and it is one of only 43 in the nation. Receiving also offers the state’s leading 24/7 hyperbaric oxygen program, Metro Detroit’s first certified primary stroke center, and the nationally recognized and accredited DMC Rosa Parks Geriatric Center of Excellence.

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.

Job: Imaging/Radiology Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan Facility: DMC Receiving Hospital Job Type: Full Time Shift Type: Evening

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Detroit Medical Center Job ID #4369--33. Posted job title: Radiologic Technologist Full Time Evenings

About Detroit Medical Center

The Detroit Medical Center (DMC) is the leading academically‑integrated hospital system in Metro Detroit, and one of the largest health care providers in SoutheastMichigan.During our 150+ years of caring for the community, we have been recognized nationally with top awards in many aspects of hospital operations and patient care.The DMC is able to achieve these awards because of our exceptional employees.

The Detroit Medical Center is one the largest academic medical centers in the United States, with a long and rich history of medical education, for more than 100 years. We train more physicians than any other hospital in Detroit.

Our evidence‑based approach inspires confidence and spurs innovation. It ensures that we are making treatment decisions based on our experience, on the best available research and our understanding of each patient as an individual.

Our commitment to our patients

Our commitment to patient care and improving patient outcomes is part of everything we do. It’s our mission. It’s our promise to every patient and every family who entrusts their care to us.

To meet the needs of our community, we operate 8 hospitals and more than 140 clinics and outpatient facilities across southeast Michigan, including a nationally recognized dedicated pediatric hospital (Children’s Hospital of Michigan) as well as a nationally recognized rehabilitation hospital (Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan). We offer an inclusive, diverse and supportive environment.Knowing that we are better together, our teams are highly collaborative and integrated to deliver the high quality and compassionate care our patients expect and deserve.Staff members have a voice in forming our culture; one that is often referred to as “my forever family” and “colleagues who have my back”.

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