X-RAY TECH REG INPATIENT 8 hour shifts *New hire incentive available

About the role

Operate radiographic equipment to produce clinical diagnostic x-ray images as directed by physicians and perform routine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and practices.

Essential Duties

• Prepare patient and adjust equipment for taking x-rays
• Position and instruct patient regarding procedures
• Take x-ray images of specified body/parts as ordered, following established procedures
• Use immobilization devices in accordance with standard practice
• Use lead protective devices to protect parts of the body not in the central ray and to reduce exposure to radiation
• Use automatic radiation shielding (collimators) at all times
• Perform x-ray imaging in other areas of the hospital with portable machine in areas such as surgery, emergency and patient rooms
• Observe sterile technique and universal precautions when applicable
• Perform fluoroscopy procedures including Barium enemas, Upper GI studies, Video Swallows, Endoscopic procedures such as ERCP and Bronchoscopies (not performed in Urgent Care or Physician offices)
• Work in the Operating Room (OR) to provide x-ray during surgery and lithotripsy procedures
• Rapidly respond and perform x-rays on trauma patients that may be severely injured
• Perform higher tech procedures such as myelograms, arthrograms and hysteros
• Provide radiographic support to Forensic department
• Process images and use proper identification techniques to assure proper labeling
• Log patient technical factors and pertinent information in RIS
• Maintain established department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control
• Assist in care and maintenance of facilities, equipment and supplies
• Keep work areas clean
• Perform imaging in a PACS environment
• Provide educational and training expertise to support the community based Radiologic Technology program and other school system initiatives
• Provide clinical support to medical assistants to meet the needs of the patient when working at occupational health as needed

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology
• Must be Board Eligible and Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography within 6 months of hire
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 60 days of start date
• Current Radiography Experience required
• Experience working in a hospital environment
• Ability to problem solve and multitask
• Must be able to perform work during periods of crisis and emergency situations
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job
• Must be able to take on-call responsibilities including weekends and holidays
• Ability to work at multiple locations
• Adept with customer service
• Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job
• Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures
• Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence)
• Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our caregivers, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful
• Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank)
• Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities
• Adheres to policies and procedures designed to avoid, prevent and reduce the spread of communicable diseases

Location: Lansing, MI
Degree Type / Education Level: Associate
Status: Full-time
Facility: Sparrow Hospital
Shift: Variable
Experience Level: New Grad