Radiologic Technologist

MyMichigan Health•West Branch Township, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiographer, under the supervision of the Radiology Supervisor, performs diagnostic x-ray examinations for all specific age groups and known diseases, preparing necessary supplies. The role also includes front desk duties, x-ray aide duties, darkroom duties, and responsibility for radiation safety practices, along with other assigned miscellaneous duties. The position involves performing high-quality radiographic examinations with accurate positioning and proper technique, ensuring maximum detail and providing proper radiation protection for patients, self, and others by using collimation, lead aprons, and shielding, adhering to standards set by the Department of Public Health and American College of Radiology. Excellent patient care procedures and techniques are expected to comply with departmental standards. The role also includes performing computer tomography studies following protocol, differentiating between normal and abnormal anatomy to tailor exams, administering IV and oral contrast, monitoring patient condition, recording patient data, and performing daily QC of bone density units.

Requirements

BLS: Basic Life Support (within 1 month of hire or transfer)
ARRT: Reg Radiologic Technologist (Must be ARRT credentialed (ARRT) (R) within one year of hire or transfer date)
Associates Degree
Prior CT experience
Mandatory tuberculosis (TB) testing must as required.
Mandatory Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training must also be completed annually according to the Exposure Control Plan.
Demonstrate competency in Microsoft® Windows.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.

Nice To Haves

ARRT M - Mammographer

Responsibilities

Performs Diagnostic x-ray examinations as ordered by the physician according to routine view outlined in the policy/procedure manual to aid the physician in the diagnosis and treatment of patients varying in age: infants, children, adults and geriatric.
Performs high quality radiographic examinations and other related procedures, with accurate positioning, proper technique with maximum detail.
Provides proper radiation protection for patients, self and others by use of collimation on all films, utilization of lead aprons and shielding of all patients as appropriate and operates under the standard set and approved by the Department of Public Health and American College of Radiology.
Performs excellent patient care procedures and techniques to comply with departmental standards.
Is responsible for the observance of radiation safety practices.
Performs duties of an x-ray aide and clerk as needed.
Works collaboratively with other health team members and enhances working relationships.
Demonstrates a positive, courteous, and helpful attitude to others.
Maintains a professional appearance, adheres to the dress code, and wears the appropriate ID badge.
Consistently strives to exceed the customer’s expectations and promotes patient satisfaction.
Is familiar with and participates in performance improvement activities.
Regularly attends department meetings and in-services.
If unable to attend the meeting, keeps abreast of the changes through review of minutes, posttests, or other mechanisms of validation.
Participates in competency offerings and successfully meets competency requirements.
Performs computer tomography studies following protocol.
Is able to differentiate between normal and abnormal anatomy and will tailor exams in accordance with patient history obtained, protocol, and radiologist instructions.
Administers IV and oral contrast as required for procedures according to protocols.
Follows department protocol and institution guidelines for delivery of IV contrast material.
Monitors patient physical and mental condition throughout the entire procedure.
Records all patient data.
Performs daily QC of bone density unit, obtains and documents patient history pertaining to medications and bone history, and Knowledgeable of detailed anatomy and abnormalities of the forearm, lumbar vertebrae and femur.