Registered Technologist

Henry Ford Health•Rochester, MI

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for supporting the mission and vision of the hospital by, under general supervision, performing x-ray examinations as ordered by a licensed physician in accordance with established departmental protocols; charged with patient responsibilities while the patient is in the department; recognize the quality of the diagnostic services and the patient’s well-being; prepare and stock work as required to perform procedures as assigned/requested; assure a safe and clean environment for patients at all times; assure the two-step identification of all patients and checks that any required diet preps have been followed before proceeding with any requested examinations; explain the procedure and provide necessary instructions to the patient; transfer and properly position patients for examinations to obtain desired radiographic results according to physician orders and in accordance with departmental protocols; conduct all examinations safely in accordance with prescribed safety standards; produce optimal images at all times considering the size and abilities of the patient to fully cooperate as required; produce optimal images and review all radiographs for optimal positioning exposure, patient identification and marker before releasing the patient; assist physicians in performance of examinations by mixing and pouring contrast media, administering opaque media, holding and turning patients, and assisting in sterile procedures; assist in performing first aid as necessary; secure and return supplies; maintain room stock; report equipment failure to supervisor and take appropriate actions as directed; provide patient preparation instructions to patients, physicians, and/or nursing personnel when indicated; perform ancillary clinical functions such as venipuncture, I.V. contrast administration, bladder catheterization, and enemas; responsible for specific areas of instruction to students and new personnel; utilize Digital Radiography (DR) and Computed Radiography (CR) systems, X-ray equipment operation and patient positioning techniques, radiation safety, dose monitoring, image quality evaluation, contrast media administration and intravenous (IV) procedures, radiographic equipment, human anatomy and pathology, patient care and communication, infection control, Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) and Radiology Information Systems (RIS), and quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures to perform duties; and must possess valid Radiography certification and registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Requirements

Completed one (1) academic semester of coursework and/or academic research work which included use of all the following: Digital Radiography (DR) and Computed Radiography (CR) systems, X-ray equipment operation and patient positioning techniques, radiation safety, dose monitoring, image quality evaluation, contrast media administration and intravenous (IV) procedures, radiographic equipment, human anatomy and pathology, patient care and communication, infection control, Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) and Radiology Information Systems (RIS), and quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures.
Possess valid Radiography certification and registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology, or in a related field of study (will accept equivalent foreign degree).
No experience required.
Any suitable combination of education, training and/or experience will also be accepted.

Responsibilities

Performing x-ray examinations as ordered by a licensed physician in accordance with established departmental protocols.
Ensuring patient responsibilities while the patient is in the department.
Recognizing the quality of diagnostic services and the patient’s well-being.
Preparing and stocking work as required to perform procedures.
Assuring a safe and clean environment for patients.
Ensuring two-step identification of all patients and checking diet preps.
Explaining procedures and providing necessary instructions to the patient.
Transferring and properly positioning patients for examinations.
Conducting all examinations safely in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
Producing optimal images considering patient cooperation.
Reviewing radiographs for optimal positioning, exposure, patient identification, and marker before releasing the patient.
Assisting physicians in examinations by mixing and pouring contrast media, administering opaque media, holding and turning patients, and assisting in sterile procedures.
Assisting in performing first aid as necessary.
Securing and returning supplies.
Maintaining room stock.
Reporting equipment failure to supervisor and taking appropriate actions.
Providing patient preparation instructions.
Performing ancillary clinical functions such as venipuncture, I.V. contrast administration, bladder catheterization, and enemas.
Being responsible for specific areas of instruction to students and new personnel.
Utilizing Digital Radiography (DR) and Computed Radiography (CR) systems, X-ray equipment operation and patient positioning techniques, radiation safety, dose monitoring, image quality evaluation, contrast media administration and intravenous (IV) procedures, radiographic equipment, human anatomy and pathology, patient care and communication, infection control, Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) and Radiology Information Systems (RIS), and quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures to perform duties.