Detroit Medical Center · 12 hours ago
IR Tech - Angioplasty
Detroit, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expDetroit Medical Center is seeking an IR Tech specializing in Angioplasty to join their team at DMC Harper University Hospital. The role involves performing diagnostic interventional exams, managing patient care, and ensuring quality imaging while adhering to established protocols.
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Responsibilities
Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, performs diagnostic interventional exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment
Verifies patient identity and reviews patient's medical record for appropriateness of exam or procedure
Interviews patient to obtain, verify or update medical history and assesses risk factors such as medications, pregnancy and/or psychological indicators
Explains procedure to patient, including side effects of pharmaceuticals administered, risks, benefits, alternatives and follow-up
Sets up equipment and acquires appropriate images as per script
Reviews images, makes initial observations, documents exceptions from established protocols and communicates data to radiologist
Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies as appropriate
Provides physician-prescribed post care instructions to patients
Participates in process improvement activities within radiology practice including but not limited to quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis and patient satisfaction
Provides imaging education to residents, student technologists and new employees
Able to take call/standby as required by department
May perform the duties of a Radiologic Technologist, as needed
Qualification
Required
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology (RT) or Vascular-Interventional Radiography (VI) or Cardiovascular-Interventional (CV)
Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period
Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) within 6 months of hire for employees working in adult setting or Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification (PALS) within 1 year of hire for employees working in a cardiology setting
One or more years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology
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
Knowledge and understanding of American College of Radiology requirements for accreditation
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
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Career development and continuing education opportunities
Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.
Company
Detroit Medical Center
Detroit Medical Center is a hospital.
10001+ employees
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