Radiology Technologist

Shift Time: nights
Hours: 11p-7:30a or 9p-7:30a (pick one)
Shift length: Afternoons 8hrs or 10hrs
Weekend rotation: every other
On Call: no
Required certifications: BLS ARRT(R)
Scrub Color: Royal Blue


Job Summary

Under supervision and according to established policies and procedures, performs accurate and efficient diagnostic exams in all areas of general radiology. Technologists must demonstrate good clinical skills and provide the best possible images for interpretation. Applies principles of radiation protection and complies with regulations. Assumes responsibility for designated area and provides clinical instruction as appropriate. Follows Beaumont philosophy of Patient and Family Centered Care at all times.

Essential Functions

• Performs quality diagnostic exams after verification of patient identification and physician order.
• Acquire an accurate patient history and document in the medical record.
• Monitors patients during procedures to ensure patient safety.
• Perform radiographic and related patient care procedures using age appropriate methods for patient s physical ability and/or limitations.
• Ensures STAT requests are relayed to radiologist in a timely manner.
• Effectively communicates on an inter/intra-department level with customer service, administrative, medical staff, and peers.
• Demonstrates ability to proficiently operate diagnostic imaging equipment and follow policy for any malfunctions or quality control failures.
• Utilize ALARA standards for minimizing radiation exposure to patient, staff and self.
• Provides procedural information/education to the patient/family prior to each exam.
• Contributes to the effective operations of the department by assisting fellow employees and staying in compliance with quality assurance and quality control.
• Ability to accurately and efficiently use hospital computer systems for verifying orders, viewing schedules and sending information to PACS.
• Assists in the training of students/new hires.
• Ensures equipment is wiped down between patients and exam room is clean and properly stocked with linen and supplies.
• Maintains competency in all assigned areas including, but not limited to fluoroscopic, general diagnostic, orthopedic and operating procedures.

Qualifications

• Required Graduate of Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) Accredited Radiography program.

• Training Producted at student level. Required

• CRT-Radiologic Technologist Registration - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist 180 Days required
• CRT-Radiographer (R) - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Upon Hire required
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC client 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: Seldom
• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Forward Bend - Standing: 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: Frequently
• Visual Acuity 1
  [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom
• Color Vision (Ishihara) Test
  [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom