Radiology Technologist ALG

Beacon Health System; Michigan; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Health System is seeking a radiologic technologist to perform radiographic examinations and operate fluoroscopic equipment in a hospital setting in Michigan. The role requires ARRT registration and state licensure, with responsibilities including patient positioning, image quality assessment, and coordination with radiologists.

The position involves assisting during fluoroscopic procedures, preparing contrast media, and ensuring accurate documentation and PACS labeling.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of radiology technology and ARRT registration.
• Current licensure/certification as required by the State Board of Health.
• Ability to follow physician orders and department policies.

Responsibilities

• Operate c-arm fluoroscopy for intra-operative cases.
• Prepare contrast media solutions for fluoroscopic procedures.
• Evaluate radiographs for technical quality to ensure accurate diagnosis.
• Position patients to obtain diagnostic images; employ proper immobilization as needed.
• Assist radiologist during fluoroscopic procedures.
• Mark images with correct index exposure factors and identifiers; ensure proper PACS identification.
• Provide patient history to Radiologist and document appropriately.
• Instruct students in clinical education.

Skills

Radiology procedures

Patient positioning

Image quality assessment

Communication skills

Education

ARRT registration

State radiologic health certification

Job description

Reports to the Coordinator/Director. Operates basic radiologic equipment determining the quality and quantity of ionizing radiation to make quality radiographs on injured and/or sick patients as directed by physicians following accepted policies and procedures under the direction of radiologists.

Mission, Values and Service Goals

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Performs Procedures And Examinations

• Applying proper immobilization devices.
• Assisting the radiologist during fluoroscopic procedures.
• Preparing special contrast media solutions (barium, non-ionic contrast material) to be used in fluoroscopic procedures.
• Operating c-arm fluoroscopy for intra-operative cases.
• Performs radiology procedures and examinations according to physicians orders and department policies and procedures.
• Evaluates radiographs for technical quality to ensure accurate diagnosis.
• Exhibits skilled positioning techniques when needed in unusual situations, such as trauma, surgical or immobile patients to ensure the most diagnostic images possible.
• Recognizes appropriate Index Exposure factors, such as S & L #'s and understands how to obtain the best image while minimizing exposure.
• Uses primary and secondary markers to properly mark images.

Equipment Operation/Image Management/Record Keeping

• Recognizes problems and troubleshoots equipment.
• Communicates to proper person for needed repairs to ensure correct operation.
• Provides sufficient patient history to the Radiologist to aid in the diagnosis and documents in the appropriate manner.
• Checks patient exam charges to ensure correct patient charging (credit, cancel, revise, add, etc.).
• Ensuring images sent to PACS are appropriately identified and marked. Marking cases reviewed on PACS for Radiologists dictation.
• Notifies appropriate person when corrections on PACS need to be made with images/files.
• Utilizes email appropriately to receive communication and to communicate to others.
• Instructing students in clinical education.

Contributes To The Overall Effectiveness Of The Department

• Completes other job-related duties and projects as assigned by Coordinator/Manager.

Organizational Responsibilities

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Education And Experience

The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through graduation from an approved school of radiology technology with subsequent registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and certification by the State Board of Health.

Knowledge & Skills

• Requires knowledge of radiation emitting units.
• Demonstrates skills to position patients properly for all examinations.
• Demonstrates analytical skills needed to make judgments regarding quality of radiographs.
• Demonstrates well-developed communication skills to understand written and verbal instructions.

Working Conditions

• Hospital environment with hazards due to radiation.
• Wears lead protective aprons and gloves during certain procedures; must wear film badge and maintain strictly controlled standards.
• Must be able to take call and arrive at the hospital within 30 minutes of being called in.

Physical Demands

Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e., to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted, over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform the essential job functions of the position.