Interventional Radiology Technologist

Position: Interventional Radiology Technologist - $29-38 per hour
Detroit Medical Center is seeking a Interventional Radiology Technologist for a job in Hamtramck, Michigan.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:
Interventional Radiology Technologist Discipline:
Allied Health Professional Duration:
Ongoing 40 hours per week

Shift: 8 hours

Employment Type:

Staff Up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus, based on relevant experience Embark on a rewarding career with DMC Harper University Hospital . If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch. Benefits Statement At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals.

That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
• 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.

Note:

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary 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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications 1. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology (RT) or Vascular-Interventional Radiography (VI) or Cardiovascular-Interventional (CV). 2. Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.
1. 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. 2. One or more years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology Skills Required
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Technical knowledge necessary to operate equipment including but not limited to all specialized…