Detroit Medical Center
Radiologic Technologist Contingent Rotate
Detroit Medical Center, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228
Radiologic Technologist Contingent Rotate
Detroit Medical Center / DMC Harper University Hospital
Location:
Detroit, Michigan (DMC Harper University / Hutzel Women’s Hospital)
Job Type:
PRN – Rotating Shifts
Primary Function:
Imaging/Radiology
Responsibilities Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, the technologist performs diagnostic radiological exams using appropriate imaging equipment. Key duties include verifying patient identity, reviewing the medical record for exam appropriateness, interviewing patients to obtain or update medical history, assessing risk factors (medications, pregnancy, psychological indicators), and explaining procedures, side effects, risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow‑up instructions. The technologist sets up equipment, acquires images as per the radiologist’s script, reviews images, documents exceptions from protocols, and communicates data to the radiologist. The role also involves responding to medical emergencies, providing physician‑prescribed post‑care instructions, participating in process improvement activities (quality of care, patient flow, reject‑repeat analysis, patient satisfaction), and providing imaging education to residents, student technologists, and new employees. Call/standby may be required as needed by the department.
Minimum Qualifications
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography (R).
Completed or capable of completing American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support – Health Care Provider (BLS) training by the end of the orientation period.
Required Skills
Analytical and clinical skills to determine the most appropriate radiographic method for patients with varying physical abilities or limitations.
Interpersonal and communication skills to effectively instruct and manage patients who may be under physical or emotional stress, and to accurately interpret physicians’ verbal and written requests.
Technical knowledge for operating all specialized imaging equipment and related computer systems.
Ability to work productively in a complex environment, managing multiple or changing priorities.
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients, including the ability to bend, push, pull, reach, and lift as required.
Manual dexterity and visual acuity needed to operate all types of X‑ray equipment and supplies to produce diagnostic‑quality images.
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Location:
Detroit, Michigan (DMC Harper University / Hutzel Women’s Hospital)
Job Type:
PRN – Rotating Shifts
Primary Function:
Imaging/Radiology
Responsibilities Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, the technologist performs diagnostic radiological exams using appropriate imaging equipment. Key duties include verifying patient identity, reviewing the medical record for exam appropriateness, interviewing patients to obtain or update medical history, assessing risk factors (medications, pregnancy, psychological indicators), and explaining procedures, side effects, risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow‑up instructions. The technologist sets up equipment, acquires images as per the radiologist’s script, reviews images, documents exceptions from protocols, and communicates data to the radiologist. The role also involves responding to medical emergencies, providing physician‑prescribed post‑care instructions, participating in process improvement activities (quality of care, patient flow, reject‑repeat analysis, patient satisfaction), and providing imaging education to residents, student technologists, and new employees. Call/standby may be required as needed by the department.
Minimum Qualifications
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography (R).
Completed or capable of completing American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support – Health Care Provider (BLS) training by the end of the orientation period.
Required Skills
Analytical and clinical skills to determine the most appropriate radiographic method for patients with varying physical abilities or limitations.
Interpersonal and communication skills to effectively instruct and manage patients who may be under physical or emotional stress, and to accurately interpret physicians’ verbal and written requests.
Technical knowledge for operating all specialized imaging equipment and related computer systems.
Ability to work productively in a complex environment, managing multiple or changing priorities.
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients, including the ability to bend, push, pull, reach, and lift as required.
Manual dexterity and visual acuity needed to operate all types of X‑ray equipment and supplies to produce diagnostic‑quality images.
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. 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. E‑Verify:
http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
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