Student Radiology Tech Rotating Shift Contingent

Student Radiology Tech Rotating Shift Contingent

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of one year training in an accredited school of Radiologic Technology. Or Completion of 9 months training in a accredited Detroit Medical Center school of Radiologic Technology
• Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support – Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assists radiologic technologist with interviewing 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 per script.
• Reviews images, makes initial observations, documents exceptions from established protocols and communicates data to radiologist.
• Utilizes universal precautions at all times, including equipment wipe down. Ensures exam rooms are stocked with linen and supplies.
• Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies as appropriate. Provides physician-prescribed post care instructions to patients.
• Assists in transporting 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. Receives on-the-job training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two to four months of clinical rotational experience as a student in radiologic procedures preferred.