What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiology Technologist position at Detroit Medical Center?
Radiology Technologist Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Radiology Technologist to join our team at Detroit Medical Center. As a key member of our radiology department, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care and imaging services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform diagnostic radiological exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment, verifying patient identity and reviewing medical records for appropriateness of exam or procedure.
- Interview patients to obtain, verify or update medical history and assess risk factors such as medications, pregnancy and/or psychological indicators.
- Explain procedures to patients, including side effects of pharmaceuticals administered, risks, benefits, alternatives and follow-up.
- Set up equipment and acquire appropriate images as per script.
- Review images, make initial observations, document exceptions from established protocols and communicate data to radiologists.
- Recognize and respond to medical emergencies as appropriate.
- Provide physician-prescribed post-care instructions to patients.
- Participate in process improvement activities within radiology practice, including quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis and patient satisfaction.
- Provide imaging education to residents, student technologists and new employees.
- Able to take call/standby as required by the department.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiography (R).
2. Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support – Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.
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 requests 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 equipment and computers.
4. Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities.
5. 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.
