What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interventional Radiology Technologist position at Detroit Medical Center?
Job Description
Job Title: Interventional Radiology Technologist
- Specialty: Interventional Radiology Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- Hours per week: 40
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Staff
The Detroit Medical Center is seeking a skilled Interventional Radiology Technologist to join our team. The successful candidate will have experience in performing Angiography procedures and be able to lead and guide staff in carrying out their duties.
- Coordinates the flow of work, delegates tasks, and oversees staff in carrying out their respective duties.
- Follows up on activities, resolves routine and complex problems, and ensures the department operates safely and efficiently.
- Monitors the quantity and quality of work flow to ensure work is completed.
- Ensures prescribed diagnostic procedures are performed according to department standards.
- Recommends personnel actions by providing input for performance appraisals, hiring decisions, and progressive disciplines.
- Assists with monitoring performance improvement plans.
- Takes call/standby as required by the department.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
- Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiology (RT) or Vascular-Interventional Radiography (VI) or Cardiovascular-Interventional (CV).
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BLS) training within the orientation period.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) within 6 months of hire for employees working in adult settings or Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification (PALS) within 1 year of hire for employees working in cardiology settings.
- Two or more years of progressively responsible Interventional Radiology work experience.
Skills Required:
Basic Skills:
- Analytical and clinical skills to determine the most age-appropriate method of providing radiographs specific to patients' physical abilities and limitations.
- Interpersonal and communication skills to effectively instruct patients who may be under physical/emotional stress.
- Technical knowledge necessary to operate equipment including specialized equipment and computers.
- Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handling 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.
- Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate and utilize all types of imaging equipment and supplies.
About Us:
The Detroit Medical Center is an academically-integrated hospital system in Metro Detroit and one of the largest health care providers in Southeast Michigan. We offer a range of benefits and options to help meet the needs of all eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, employee assistance programs, life insurance, and a discount program.
