Associate Radiology Technologist

Posted:
8/28/2024, 12:23:34 AM

Location(s):
Royal Oak, Michigan, United States ⋅ Michigan, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Workplace Type:
Hybrid


Job Summary

Under supervision and according to established policies and procedures, performs accurate and efficient diagnostic exams in all areas of imaging. Demonstrates good clinical skills and provide the best possible images for interpretation. Applies principles of radiation protection when applicable. Follows Corewell Health philosophy of Patient and Family Centered Care at all times.


Essential Functions

  • On those exams that competency has been gained, performs quality diagnostic exams.
  • Ability to accurately and efficiently use the hospital computer system(s) for verifying orders, view schedules and patient’s worklists. Able to send information and images to PACS.
  • Follows the guidelines when performing final verification of patient identification and physician orders.
  • Acquires an accurate patient history and ensures STAT requests are relayed to radiologist in timely manner.
  • Performs imaging exams and related patient care using age appropriate methods for patient’s physical and/or mental limitations to ensure patient safety.
  • Practices and follows universal precaution standard guidelines set forth by Beaumont. Ensures equipment is wiped down between patients and exam room is clean.
  • Utilize ALARA standards for minimizing radiation exposure to patient, staff and self.
  • Effectively communicates with patients/family, medical staff and peers.
  • Assists technologist in duties as assigned.
  • Can work in areas within the department where competency has been achieved as along as indirect supervision can be maintained.
  • Must work under the direct supervision in the fluoroscopy areas such as but not limited to the endoscopy area and surgical procedures.

Qualifications
  • Required High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Training can be gained while at student level. Required
  • CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or
  • CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required

Physical Demands

  • Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
  • Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 35 lbs
  • Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
  • Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
  • Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
  • Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
  • Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 35 lbs
  • Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 35 lbs
  • Sitting: Occasionally
  • Standing: Frequently
  • Walking: Frequently
  • Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally
  • Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom
  • Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally
  • Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom
  • Squat: Seldom
  • Driving: Seldom
  • Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
  • Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom
  • Handling: Occasionally
  • Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom
  • Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom
  • Finger/Hand Dexterity: Occasionally
  • Visual Acuity ¹ [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom
  • Color Vision (Ishihara) Test [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom

Primary Location

SITE - Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Road - Royal Oak

Department Name

Diagnostic Radiology Generals - Royal Oak

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

8

Hours of Work

variable

Days Worked

variable

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

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