Saint Joseph Mercy Health System ยท 2 weeks ago
Radiology Technologist - Endoscopy
Ann Arbor, MI
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expSaint Joseph Mercy Health System is a part of one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country, and they are seeking a Radiology Technologist for their Endoscopy department. The role involves operating diagnostic imaging equipment to obtain radiographs and assisting radiologists in various diagnostic procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
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Responsibilities
Review requests and schedules patients for radiologic procedures, arranging for patient transport to the procedure area
Review requests for procedures, using reason(s) for the procedures, department guidelines, physician recommendations and personal judgment to determine region(s) to be examined and diagnostic images to be obtained
Consult with the Radiologist to determine the need for additional diagnostic images for comprehensive examinations
Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures by transferring and positioning patients, attaching or arranging immobilization and support devices, explaining the procedure, instructing and reassuring patients, using care, courtesy and tact
Assist the Radiologist in performance of routine radiographs, adjusts, manipulates and controls a variety of imaging equipment, and accessories used in performing diagnostic procedures
Apply knowledge of human anatomy and understanding of patient's condition to determine appropriate radiologic or testing techniques and to assure accurate, high-quality images for diagnostic interpretation
Monitor patient's condition before and during performance of diagnostic procedures, recognizing changes that may require emergency actions and initiating appropriate responses
Provide accurate diagnostic image identification, processes diagnostic images, and monitors image quality
Document procedure verification and procedural and quality control data, using a computerized system, and determines need for and performs necessary re-imaging
Collect all completed diagnostic images and forwards to appropriate location(s) for interpretation and results reporting
Calculate, prepare, log and assist the Radiologist in administering and checking contrast media required in specific diagnostic procedures
Practice sterile, isolation and aseptic techniques to prevent contamination, and maintains documentation of infection control procedures and activities
Apply knowledge of potential radiation hazards and observes appropriate radiation safety regulations
Assist in maintaining the orderliness and cleanliness of the clinical patient areas by monitoring and ordering supplies used in diagnostic procedure areas, and by cleaning imaging equipment and accessories
Monitor quality control on a daily basis; reports operational and functional instrumentation problems to appropriate personnel
Demonstrate clinical imaging procedures to students and new staff members, as assigned, and participate in scheduled training, orientation and in-services imaging areas
May assume lead function in designated areas and/or oversee the activities of staff
Perform other duties / responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Requires Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology or equivalent combination of education and experience in an AMA approved school of Radiological Technology
Three to six months on the job training or previous experience
BLS Required from American Heart Association
Analytical skills necessary to determine best method of providing requested radiographs based on the specifics of individual case, ensuring clear and undistorted pictures
Ability to lift and position patients for up to twenty percent of work time and stand and walk for up to eighty percent of work time when transporting patients, taking x-rays, delivering films and so forth
Preferred
One year as a Radiologic Technologist preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
Tuition Reimbursement
Company
Saint Joseph Mercy Health System
St. Joseph mercy ann arbor is a 537-bed teaching hospital located on a 340 acre campus in ann arbor, michigan.
10001+ employees
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Joyce Young
Regional Vice President/CNO, SJMHS, SE Michigan Hospitals
Michelle Taylor, PHR, SHRM-CP
Talent Acquisition Senior Partner
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