Radiologic Technologist

Trinity Health • Grand Rapids, MI

47d • Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary: The Radiologic Technologist (RT) performs a range of diagnostic imaging procedures using standard, portable, and specialized x-ray equipment to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating patient conditions. The role requires flexibility to work in diverse settings, including general x-ray, fluoroscopy, surgery, emergency, critical care, and neonatal units. Hours | Schedule: Full-time, 36 hours per week What the Radiologic Technologist will do: Performs exams, positions patients, adjusts equipment, and produces radiographs. Assesses patient condition to determine appropriate techniques and adjusts radiation exposure settings. Supports routine and special procedures, administers contrast/barium solutions as directed by the Radiologist or physician. Conducts portable radiography and fluoroscopy in various settings, including emergency, critical care, neonatal, and surgery. Explains exams to patients, acquires history, and ensures patient comfort and safety throughout procedures. Instructs x ray students. What the Radiologic Technologist will need: Graduation from approved Radiologic Technologist Program. Completion of American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) approved Radiologic Technology Program. Registered Technologist (RT) or be registry eligible. Registry eligible employees must become registered within twelve months from date of hire. Must maintain continuing education credits per biennium to retain registry in compliance with the CE requirements of their certifying organization for the imaging modality in which they perform services. Certification or re-certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within three months of hire. Preferred: Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Registry. Preferred: Two years prior experience as a Registered Radiographer Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.

Requirements

• Graduation from approved Radiologic Technologist Program.
• Completion of American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) approved Radiologic Technology Program.
• Registered Technologist (RT) or be registry eligible.
• Registry eligible employees must become registered within twelve months from date of hire.
• Must maintain continuing education credits per biennium to retain registry in compliance with the CE requirements of their certifying organization for the imaging modality in which they perform services.
• Certification or re-certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within three months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Registry.
• Two years prior experience as a Registered Radiographer

Responsibilities

• Performs exams, positions patients, adjusts equipment, and produces radiographs.
• Assesses patient condition to determine appropriate techniques and adjusts radiation exposure settings.
• Supports routine and special procedures, administers contrast/barium solutions as directed by the Radiologist or physician.
• Conducts portable radiography and fluoroscopy in various settings, including emergency, critical care, neonatal, and surgery.
• Explains exams to patients, acquires history, and ensures patient comfort and safety throughout procedures.
• Instructs x ray students.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees