Radiology Technician

Job Description DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our #CD# team, you will have the opportunity to work with #CD# advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact #CD# on the lives of our patients. Benefit Statement: #CD# At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:"" Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off (PTO)"" Career development and continuing education opportunities"" Health savings accounts, healthcare CD# dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder CD# childcare, auto CD# home insurance. Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status Summary Description Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, performs diagnostic radiological exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment. Verifies patient identity and reviews 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. #CD# 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. #CD# 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. #CD# Able to take call/standby as required by the department. Minimum Qualifications Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (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 age 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#CD# ability to comprehend and follow physicians verbal and written request and prescriptions#CD# ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse atmosphere 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, handle 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. Facility Description: DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, Michigan’s first Level I Trauma Center, helped pioneer the evolution of emergency medicine and currently has one of the busiest and most well-equipped emergency departments anywhere. The first and largest verified burn center in the state is at Receiving, and it is one of only 43 in the nation. Receiving also offers the state’s leading 24/7 hyperbaric oxygen program, Metro Detroit’s first certified primary stroke center, and the nationally recognized and accredited DMC Rosa Parks Geriatric Center of Excellence. EEO Statement 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. #CD# Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. #CD# E-Verify: The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations #LI-DC3 Job: Imaging/Radiology Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan Facility: DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital Job Type: PRN Shift Type: Rotating