Radiology Tech

Tenet • Detroit, MI

3d

About The Position

Under general supervision and in accordance with established policies and procedures, the Radiology Tech performs diagnostic radiological exams using appropriate imaging equipment. The role verifies patient identity and reviews medical records to confirm that exams or procedures are appropriate. The technologist interviews patients to obtain or update medical histories and assess relevant risks, explains procedures and associated risks, benefits, alternatives, pharmaceutical side effects, and follow-up, then sets up equipment and acquires images according to the physician’s request. The technologist reviews images, makes initial observations, documents exceptions from established protocols, and communicates information to the radiologist. The role also responds to medical emergencies as appropriate, provides physician-prescribed post-care instructions, and participates in radiology practice improvement activities. Imaging education is provided to residents, student technologists, and new employees. Call or standby coverage may be required.

The position is with DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan, a pediatric and adolescent care facility offering specialized surgical, imaging, emergency, trauma, burn, critical care, rehabilitation, neonatal, and perinatal services.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiological exams using appropriate imaging equipment and established policies and procedures.
• Verify patient identity and review medical records for exam or procedure appropriateness.
• Interview patients to obtain, verify, or update medical histories and assess risk factors, including medications, pregnancy, and psychological indicators.
• Explain procedures, including pharmaceutical side effects, risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow-up.
• Set up imaging equipment and acquire images according to the physician’s request.
• Review images, make initial observations, document exceptions from established protocols, and communicate information 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Voluntary pet, legal, accident and critical illness, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed