"Pediatric Rad Tech,Pediatric X-Ray Tech,Children's Radiology Technologist"

Up to $7,500 Sign on Bonus, based on relevant experience Children’s Hospital of Michigan is an international leader in pediatric and adolescent medicine. Surgical services include general, thoracic, reconstructive and cardiovascular. Imaging technology designed specifically for children provides advanced diagnostic services including Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and MRI. The Children’s Hospital of Michigan Emergency Department is a verified Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and dedicated pediatric burn center. Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide care for thousands of children every year at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Children’s Hospital of Michigan – Troy and six ambulatory sites. Summary Description Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, perform diagnostic radiological exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment. Verify patient identity and review patient’s medical record for appropriateness of exam or procedure. Interview patient to obtain, verify or update medical history and assess risk factors such as medications, pregnancy and/or psychological indicators. Explain procedure to patient, including side effects of pharmaceuticals administered, risks, benefits, alternatives and follow-up. Set up equipment and acquire appropriate images as per script. Review images, make initial observations, document exceptions from established protocols and communicate data to radiologist. Recognize and respond to medical emergencies as appropriate. Provide physician‑prescribed post‑care instructions to patients. Participate in process improvement activities within radiology practice including but not limited to quality of care, patient flow, reject‑repeat analysis and patient satisfaction. Provide imaging education to residents, student technologists and new employees. Be 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 the end of the 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; ability to comprehend and follow physicians verbal and written request and prescriptions; 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. Job: Imaging/Radiology Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan Facility: DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan Job Type: Part Time Shift Type: Day #J-18808-Ljbffr Stryker Corporation