What are the responsibilities and job description for the SCH IMAGING TECH I position at University of Michigan Health - Sparrow?
Positions Location: St. Johns, MI
General Purpose of Job:
Operate radiographic equipment including CT, to produce clinical diagnostic images as directed by physicians and perform routine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and practices.
Essential Duties:
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
- Take x-ray images of specified body/parts as ordered, following established procedures. Prepare patient and adjust equipment. Position and instruct patient regarding procedures.
- Provide Radiologists with necessary information for exam protocol and interpretation.
- Greet patients and process orders for patient exams. Respond to inquiries concerning the activities and operation of department by referring to established policies and procedures.
- Perform imaging in a PACS environment including digitizing films for viewing, interpretation and storage on PACS.
- Transport patients.
- Use immobilization devices in accordance with standard practice. Lead protective devices to protect parts of the body not in the central ray and to reduce exposure to radiation. Automatic radiation shielding (collimators) at all times.
- Provides educational and training expertise as needed to support the community based Radiological Technology program and other school system initiatives.
| General Requirements | * CT Certification required with 15months of hire |
| Work Experience | * 1 year of X-Ray experience within a clinical setting * Preferred - CT experience. |
| Education | * Graduate of an approved school/program of Radiological Technology. |
| Specialized Knowledge and Skills | * Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy. * Has verbal ability to read and understand professional and technical radiology and medical materials pertaining to machine operation, exposure, and developing of radiographs. * Has spatial ability and perception to visualize relationships of internal organs in order to produce diagnostic radiographs. * Position requires self-discipline. * Excellent communication skills. * A high degree of personal motivation. * Excellent teamwork skills. * Knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients serviced in his/her assigned service area as related to the principle duties and responsibilities of the position. the skills and knowledge needed to provide such care may be gained through education, training or experience. |
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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| Shift | Variable |
| Degree Type / Education Level | Associate |
| Status | Per Diem |
| Facility | Sparrow Clinton Hospital |
| Experience Level | Under 4 Years |