Radiologic Technologist - Contingent/Part Time

Michigan Orthopaedic Surgeons•Royal Oak, MI

11h

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist prepares patients for radiologic procedures and performs diagnostic imaging in accordance with established patient care and safety procedures. The role requires working knowledge of PACS, DR, and CR radiologic equipment, maintaining radiology rooms and supplies, and using radiation protection techniques to minimize exposure to patients and staff. The technologist positions patients and equipment, selects exposure factors, and performs routine and specialized diagnostic radiology procedures.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited X-Ray Technologist Program.
Certified Registered Technician of Radiography (RT-R).
ARRT Certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for radiologic procedures and take X-rays following established patient care and safety procedures.
Maintain working knowledge of PACS, DR, and CR radiologic equipment.
Maintain radiology rooms and stock necessary medical and radiologic supplies.
Prepare and position patients for diagnostic imaging procedures.
Adjust immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of the body area requested by the physician.
Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and obtain cooperation.
Move imaging equipment into position; determine exposure factors based on patient height, weight, body area, and required penetration; and adjust controls to produce images with proper detail, density, and accuracy.
Practice radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff.
Perform specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.