Diagnostic Imaging Technologist - Full Time 72 Hours/Pay Period 2nd Shift, Variable (BMH) Up to 10K Sign on Bonus Available

Bronson Healthcare•Kalamazoo, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Diagnostic Imaging Technologist performs radiographic examinations of various anatomical parts and systems to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating physical injuries and medical disorders. The role works on a rotational basis across several areas of the radiology department, performing routine radiology examinations and more advanced diagnostic procedures, including fluoroscopy, joint injections, and lumbar/myelogram exams. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the populations served. The technologist receives or escorts patients into examination areas, reviews relevant patient information, explains examinations, positions patients, adjusts supportive and immobilization devices, and applies radiation-protective shielding. The role operates diagnostic radiographic equipment, assists providers with procedures and administration of contrast media, responds to emergencies, and maintains sterile technique. The technologist also maintains equipment, procedure rooms, supplies, and accurate patient and file documentation, and may train student technologists and other non-professional assistants. This is a full-time, variable second-shift position at Bronson Methodist Hospital South Campus in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The schedule is 72 hours per pay period, or 36 scheduled hours per week. A sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 is available.

Requirements

Certificate of Completion from a hospital-based program or an associate degree from an accredited school of Radiology Technology.
Registered ARRT or registry eligible; registry-eligible technologists must obtain registration within six months of hire.
Successfully complete a BLS training course within six months of hire.
Ability to operate basic computer programs used for departmental record keeping.
Excellent human-relations skills for working with patients, providers, and others, including in difficult or sensitive situations.
Customer-service orientation.
Leadership and organizational skills, including the ability to work independently and take initiative within established procedures.
Positive attitude.
Ability to sustain alertness and concentration during interactive, repetitive, or detailed work and computer use.
Ability to stand and walk considerably, lift light objects up to 20 pounds regularly, and assist with heavier tasks such as moving patients weighing 50 pounds or more.
Ability to assume positions involving minor strain or fatigue and perform fatiguing physical motions.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and advanced radiographic examinations, including fluoroscopy, joint injections, and lumbar/myelogram exams.
Receive or escort patients, review pertinent information, explain examinations, and assist providers with procedures.
Position patients for diagnostic imaging and set up or adjust supportive, immobilization, and radiation-protective devices.
Operate diagnostic radiographic equipment to produce examinations in accordance with physician orders; consult radiologists about unclear orders or unusual situations.
Work in the radiology department or other areas as needed to accommodate patient and provider needs.
Operate equipment properly and report malfunctions or needed adjustments and repairs immediately.
Assist providers with administering prescribed radiolucent or radiopaque media for examinations.
Provide first aid as required and assist with adverse reactions to contrast media and other emergencies.
Observe and practice sterile technique.
Maintain cleanliness of procedure rooms and equipment.
Maintain accurate patient and file documentation.
Maintain appropriate supply levels in the assigned area.
Demonstrate or oversee on-the-job training for student technologists and other non-professional assistants as assigned.