Registry Eligible Radiology Technologist

Trinity Health•Ann Arbor, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist, Registry Eligible, reviews physician orders and exam indications, positions patients, and obtains diagnostic images in accordance with department protocols. Working closely with radiology leadership and radiologists, the technologist operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce high-quality routine radiographs for physician interpretation and assists radiologists with contrast media for specific procedures. The role requires independent judgment, integrity, and initiative in performing technical procedures. This position is at Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital and is limited to no more than 12 months from hire. It is a 0.9 FTE day-shift position with a schedule of 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., rotating holidays, every fourth weekend, and no call.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
Registered as a Radiographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 12 months of hire.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Unofficial transcripts are accepted while awaiting the return of official transcripts.

Responsibilities

Review procedure requests and schedule patients for radiologic procedures, arranging transport to the procedure area.
Use the procedure indication, department protocols, physician recommendations, and personal judgment to determine the areas to examine and images to obtain. The role is not responsible for signing off on student competencies.
Consult with radiologists about the need for additional diagnostic images.
Explain procedures to patients; transfer and position them; arrange immobilization and support devices; and provide instructions and reassurance with care and courtesy.
Assist radiologists with routine radiographs and operate, adjust, and control diagnostic imaging equipment and accessories.
Apply knowledge of anatomy and patient condition to select suitable radiologic or testing techniques and ensure accurate, high-quality images.
Monitor patients before and during procedures, recognize changes that may require emergency action, and initiate appropriate responses.
Identify and process diagnostic images and monitor image quality.
Document and verify procedures using a computerized system and determine whether re-imaging is needed.
Collect completed diagnostic PACS images and forward them for interpretation and results reporting.
Calculate, prepare, document, and assist radiologists with administering and checking contrast media.
Use sterile, isolation, and aseptic techniques to prevent contamination and document infection-control procedures and activities.
Follow radiation-safety regulations and apply knowledge of potential radiation hazards.
Maintain orderly, clean clinical patient areas; monitor and order supplies; and clean imaging equipment and accessories.
Monitor daily quality control and report equipment operational or functional problems to appropriate personnel.