Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
11 days ago
Radiology Technologist Endoscopy
Employment Type:Part timeShift:Rotating Shift

Description:

Department: Endoscopy - SJ

Location: Ypsilanti, MI

Shifts Available: 1st shift

Status Available: Contingent

Position Purpose:

Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to obtain routine radiographs of designated body portions for interpretation by physicians.  In doing so, positions patients and adjust equipment for each examination.  Assists radiologist in administrating contrast media required in specific diagnostic procedures.  Performs such duties in several diagnostic imaging areas.

What the Radiology Technologist will need:

Requires Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology or equivalent combination of education and experience in an AMA approved school of Radiological Technology.

Three to six months on the job training or previous experience.

One year as a Radiologic Technologist preferred.

BLS Required from American Heart Association.

Analytical skills necessary to determine best method of providing requested radiographs based on the specifics of individual case, ensuring clear and undistorted pictures.

Ability to lift and position patients for up to twenty percent of work time and stand and walk for up to eighty percent of work time when transporting patients, taking x-rays, delivering films and so forth.

What the Radiology Technologist will do:

Review requests and schedules patients for radiologic procedures, arranging for patient transport to the procedure area.

Review requests for procedures, using reason(s) for the procedures, department guidelines, physician recommendations and personal judgment to determine region(s) to be examined and diagnostic images to be obtained.

Consult with the Radiologist to determine the need for additional diagnostic images for comprehensive examinations.

Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures by transferring and positioning patients, attaching or arranging immobilization and support devices, explaining the procedure, instructing and reassuring patients, using care, courtesy and tact.

Assist the Radiologist in performance of routine radiographs, adjusts, manipulates and controls a variety of imaging equipment, and accessories used in performing diagnostic procedures.

Apply knowledge of human anatomy and understanding of patient's condition to determine appropriate radiologic or testing techniques and to assure accurate, high-quality images for diagnostic interpretation.

Monitor patient's condition before and during performance of diagnostic procedures, recognizing changes that may require emergency actions and initiating appropriate responses.

Provide accurate diagnostic image identification, processes diagnostic images, and monitors image quality.

Document procedure verification and procedural and quality control data, using a computerized system, and determines need for and performs necessary re-imaging.

Collect all completed diagnostic images and forwards to appropriate location(s) for interpretation and results reporting.

Calculate, prepare, log and assist the Radiologist in administering and checking contrast media required in specific diagnostic procedures.

Practice sterile, isolation and aseptic techniques to prevent contamination, and maintains documentation of infection control procedures and activities.

Apply knowledge of potential radiation hazards and observes appropriate radiation safety regulations.

Assist in maintaining the orderliness and cleanliness of the clinical patient areas by monitoring and ordering supplies used in diagnostic procedure areas, and by cleaning imaging equipment and accessories

Monitor quality control on a daily basis; reports operational and functional instrumentation problems to appropriate personnel.

Demonstrate clinical imaging procedures to students and new staff members, as assigned, and participate in scheduled training, orientation and in-services imaging areas.  

May assume lead function in designated areas and/or oversee the activities of staff.

Perform other duties / responsibilities as assigned.

Total Rewards and Benefits: 

Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY 

Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods. 

Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability 

Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions 

Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes 

Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country 

Tuition Reimbursement 

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