Pediatric Radiologic Technologist PT Days Sign on Bonus available

Trane Technologies•Detroit, MI

12h

About The Position

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, the Pediatric Radiologic Technologist performs diagnostic radiological exams using appropriate imaging equipment. The technologist verifies patient identity and reviews the medical record to confirm the appropriateness of the exam or procedure. They interview patients to obtain, verify, or update medical history and assess risk factors, including medications, pregnancy, and psychological indicators. They explain procedures, including relevant pharmaceutical side effects, risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow-up; set up equipment; and acquire images as prescribed. The technologist reviews images, makes initial observations, documents exceptions from established protocols, and communicates findings to the radiologist. They respond to medical emergencies as appropriate, provide physician-prescribed post-care instructions, and participate in radiology process improvement activities, including quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis, and patient satisfaction. The role also provides imaging education to residents, student technologists, and new employees, and may require call or standby as required by the department.

Requirements

Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography (R).
Have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support–Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by the end of the orientation period.
Analytical and clinical skills to determine age-appropriate methods of providing requested radiographs based on patients’ physical abilities and limitations.
Interpersonal and communication skills to instruct and interact effectively with patients under physical or emotional stress, comprehend and follow physicians’ verbal and written requests, and work effectively in a culturally diverse environment with hospital personnel and patients.
Technical knowledge to operate imaging equipment, specialized equipment, and computers.
Ability to work effectively in a complex environment and handle multiple or changing priorities.
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients; physical ability to stand, bend, push, pull, reach, and lift for patient care.
Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate and use x-ray equipment and supplies to produce radiographs of acceptable diagnostic quality.

Responsibilities

Verify patient identity and review the medical record for exam or procedure appropriateness.
Interview patients to obtain, verify, or update medical history and assess risk factors such as medications, pregnancy, and psychological indicators.
Explain procedures to patients, including pharmaceutical side effects, risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow-up.
Set up equipment and acquire appropriate images according to the prescription.
Review images, make initial observations, document protocol exceptions, and communicate data to the radiologist.
Recognize and respond to medical emergencies as appropriate.
Provide physician-prescribed post-care instructions to patients.
Participate in radiology process improvement activities, including quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis, and patient satisfaction.
Provide imaging education to residents, student technologists, and new employees.
Take call or standby as required by the department.