Special Procedures Radiographer

Trinity Health•Ann Arbor, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Special Procedures Radiographer works in the Surgery department at Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital in Ypsilanti, Michigan. In collaboration with physicians, advanced practice providers, and the interventional radiology team, this role performs specialized invasive and non-invasive diagnostic radiologic procedures. The radiographer reviews physician orders and exam indications, assists with procedure setup, and works with radiology leadership and IR clinicians to produce diagnostic images in accordance with department protocols. This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, with a day shift available. The posting also describes the shift as rotating.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technologist/Radiography program.
Registration as a Radiographer with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
Analytical skills to acquire and apply knowledge of computerized tomography techniques and methods and cross-sectional anatomy to obtain quality images.
Knowledge of exposure methods and equipment setup and operation, with emphasis on reducing patient radiation dose according to ALARA principles.
Ability to recognize pathology and tailor examinations to provide a complete diagnosis.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred.

Responsibilities

Review radiologic procedure requests, schedule patients for specialized diagnostic procedures, arrange patient transport to the procedure area, and assist patients with radiology forms.
Ensure appropriate documentation by providing procedural and billing codes for records.
Determine appropriate radiographic technique parameters and operate and adjust on-site equipment to produce accurate images.
Provide and process specialized radiographic images using duplication and subtraction techniques; consult with radiologists, physicians, and the Lead about additional images needed for comprehensive interpretation.
Perform necessary reimaging and send completed images to the appropriate locations for interpretation.
Scrub and assist radiologists or surgeons with special procedures, including fluoroscopic examinations and minor surgical procedures.
Prepare contrast media and other devices used in invasive diagnostic radiologic procedures and assist radiologists in their use.
Use sterile, isolation, and infection-control techniques; clean and sterilize supplies used in procedures.
Transfer patients to procedure tables, assist with positioning, apply immobilization devices as needed, and explain procedures to patients.
Administer contrast media and monitor patients for adverse reactions.
Operate fluoroscopic, radiographic, and CT equipment, computerized controls, and peripheral equipment; enter commands to visualize and manipulate screen images.
Manipulate tomographic images by changing mean and window settings and adjusting angulation to obtain the best possible image.
Perform other duties as assigned.