Radiology Technologist

McLaren Health Care • Mount Pleasant, MI

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About The Position

Performs a variety of imaging procedures consistent with established policies and procedures at a technical level typically requiring general supervision. The role involves explaining procedures to patients, operating and maintaining imaging equipment, positioning patients and capturing images, carrying out ordered exams, and notifying the physician on duty of results. The technologist also performs quality assurance and radiation safety practices, maintains required records, keeps testing consumables stocked, and completes scheduled equipment maintenance and function checks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduation from an AMA-approved school of radiology technology.
• Certification in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
• Current BLS certification.
• Obtain ARRT registry within 12 months of hire or transfer if not currently registered.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in radiology.

Responsibilities

• Give straightforward explanations and instructions to help patients feel comfortable and confident and to meet individual patient needs.
• Operate and maintain assigned imaging department equipment, including x-ray equipment.
• Position patients and use radiologic equipment to capture the images requested by a physician.
• Perform imaging exams as ordered and in accordance with established policies, procedures, regulations, and laws; notify the physician on duty of the results.
• Complete quality assurance processes and practice radiation safety to reduce exposure to patients, staff, and self.
• Maintain required documentation, logs, charts, forms, and records in paper and electronic formats.
• Maintain an adequate supply of consumables needed to perform quality testing.
• Perform routine daily, weekly, monthly, and periodic maintenance and function checks on imaging equipment according to established protocols.
• Perform other related duties as required and directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED