Student Rad Tech Contingent Rotate

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Radiologic Technician, where you will play a vital role in patient care and diagnostic imaging. This position offers the opportunity to work under the supervision of experienced professionals, assisting in various radiologic procedures while ensuring patient comfort and safety. You will be responsible for operating advanced radiology equipment, acquiring high-quality images, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Radiologic Technology training preferred.
• BLS certification required by end of orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assist technologist with patient interviews and medical history.
• Set up equipment and acquire appropriate images.
• Participate in process improvement activities within radiology.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical knowledge of radiology equipment

Ability to handle multiple priorities

Knowledge of accreditation requirements

Physical stamina

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Training in Radiologic Technology

Tools

Radiology equipment

Computers

Job 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.

Summary Description

Works under the supervision of a registered Radiologic Technologist as directed, operating radiology equipment and following established policies and procedures. Verifies patient identity and reviews the patient's medical record for appropriateness of exam or procedure.

• Assists radiologic technologist with interviewing patients 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 per script.
• Reviews images, makes initial observations, documents exceptions from established protocols, and communicates data to radiologist.
• Utilizes universal precautions at all times, including equipment wipe down. Ensures exam rooms are stocked with linen and supplies.
• Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies as appropriate. Provides physician-prescribed post care instructions to patients.
• Assists in transporting 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. Receives on-the-job training.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Completion of one year training in an accredited school of Radiologic Technology, or completion of 9 months training in an accredited Detroit Medical Center school of Radiologic Technology.
3. Two to four months of clinical rotational experience as a student in radiologic procedures preferred.
4. Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.

* Personnel may continue in this position until the end of the month post-graduation.

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 requests 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, handling multiple/changing priorities.
5. Knowledge and understanding of American College of Radiology requirements for accreditation.
6. 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.
7. 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.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment, the applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

Tenet participates in the E-Verify and Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) programs.