Radiology Technologist - $24-32 per hour

Job Details Location: Detroit, Michigan Department: Radiology Facility: DMC Receiving Hospital Employment Type: Full Time Shift: Day Work Hours: 40 hours per week Position Status: Ongoing Staff Sign‑on bonus up to $15,000 based on relevant experience. Responsibilities Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, performs diagnostic radiological exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment. Verifies patient identity and reviews the patient’s medical record for appropriateness of exam or procedure. Interviews patient to obtain, verify or update medical history and assesses risk factors such as medications, pregnancy and/or psychological indicators. Explains procedure to patient, including side effects of pharmaceuticals administered, risks, benefits, alternatives and follow‑up. Sets up equipment and acquires appropriate images as per script. Reviews images, makes initial observations, documents exceptions from established protocols and communicates data to radiologist. Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies as appropriate. Provides physician‑prescribed post‑care instructions to patients. Participates in process improvement activities within radiology practice including but not limited to quality of care, patient flow, reject‑repeat analysis and patient satisfaction. Provides imaging education to residents, student technologists and new employees. Is able to take call/standby as required by the department. Minimum Qualifications Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography (R). Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support – Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period. Skills Required Analytical and clinical skills necessary to determine the most appropriate method of providing requested radiographs specific to patient’s physical ability and/or limitations. Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal effectively with and instruct patients who may be under physical/emotional stress; ability to comprehend and follow physician’s verbal and written requests and prescriptions; ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse environment with a variety of hospital personnel and/or patients. Technical knowledge necessary to operate equipment including but not limited to all specialized equipment and computers. Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handling multiple/changing priorities. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients; physical ability to stand, bend, push, pull, reach and lift in order to provide patient care. Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate and utilize all types of X‑ray equipment and supplies in order to produce radiographs of acceptable diagnostic quality. Benefits Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Employee assistance programs Life insurance Discount program Sign‑on bonus Equal Employment Opportunity Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. The organization participates in the E‑Verify program. The employment practices of the organization and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Detroit Medical Center