Radiology Technologist

Company: Corewell Health
Location: Southgate
Posted on: October 24, 2024

Job Description:

Turns out you can earn a living doing a job you love. Now offering increased pay rates and a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus for this Full-time, Radiology Technologist position. Improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. That's just the beginning of the difference you can make when you join our team of Radiology Technologists at Corewell Health. Discover what comes next for your Radiology career when you join a collaborative team whose clarity, compassion, curiosity and courage are advancing medicine and setting new standards for exceptional care. General Summary Under supervision and according to established policies and procedures, performs accurate and efficient diagnostic exams in all areas of general radiology. Technologists must demonstrate good clinical skills and provide the best possible images for interpretation. Applies principles of radiation protection and complies with regulations. Assumes responsibility for designated area and provides clinical instruction as appropriate. Follows Corewell health philosophy of Patient and Family Centered Care at all times. Essential Duties

• Performs quality diagnostic exams after verification of patient identification and physician order.
• Acquire an accurate patient history and document in the medical record.
• Monitors patients during procedures to ensure patient safety.
• Perform radiographic and related patient care procedures using age appropriate methods for patient's physical ability and/or limitations.
• Ensures STAT requests are relayed to radiologist in a timely manner.
• Effectively communicates on an inter/intra-department level with customer service, administrative, medical staff, and peers.
• Demonstrates ability to proficiently operate diagnostic imaging equipment and follow policy for any malfunctions or quality control failures.
• Utilize ALARA standards for minimizing radiation exposure to patient, staff and self.
• Provides procedural information/education to the patient/family prior to each exam.
• Contributes to the effective operations of the department by assisting fellow employees and staying in compliance with quality assurance and quality control.
• Ability to accurately and efficiently use hospital computer systems for verifying orders, viewing schedules and sending information to PACS.
• Assists in the training of students/new hires.
• Ensures equipment is wiped down between patients and exam room is clean and properly stocked with linen and supplies.
• Maintains competency in all assigned areas including, but not limited to fluoroscopic, general diagnostic, orthopedic and operating procedures. Qualifications
  • Required Graduate of Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) Accredited Radiography program.
  • Training gained at student level. Required
  • CRT-Radiologic Technologist Registration - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist 180 Days required
  • CRT-Radiographer (R) - ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Upon Hire required
  • CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or
  • CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required Benefits Corewell Health offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health and life-work balance goals.
    • NEW On-demand pay program - powered by Payactiv
    • Generous paid time off, holidays and flexible scheduling
    • Our employees receive special discounts on a wide range of products and services
    • Exceptional health, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance plans
    • Relocation assistance
    • Generous retirement savings, disability insurance, identify theft protection and even home and auto insurance
    • Free onsite parking at all campuses People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of more than 60,000 dedicated people - including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities - and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness. This is where extraordinary begins. Find out where it can take you and your career. Apply Now! Primary Location SITE - Trenton Hospital - 5450 Fort St - Trenton Department Name Diagnostic Radiology Generals - Trenton Employment Type Full time Shift Night (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 7:30 p.m. - 6:00 a.m. Days Worked 4- 10 hour shifts Weekend Frequency Every third weekend CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

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