Radiologic Technologist

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Utilizes ionizing radiation to create diagnostic imaging radiographs of designated anatomical areas in accordance with established practices and procedures of all age groups. Obtains patient history, explains routine procedures and addresses patient concerns. Provides appropriate patient care following the Radiology Gold Service Excellence guidelines to achieve successful completion of procedure. Exercise professional judgment in the performance of this service following the Code of Conduct of the ARRT. Contribute as a team member to enhance job stewardship mindful of Internal and External customer service standards.

This position primarily reports to Northville Health Center, with periodic rotations to Canton Health Center, Burlington Building, and Livonia Center for Specialty Care, as needed.

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

• Perform high quality diagnostic procedures, applying principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, staff, and practitioners.
• Position patients for detailed orthopedic/MSK protocols, using appropriate radiation protection devices and immobilizing techniques for age specific patient populations.
• Evaluate images for technical quality, demonstration of area of interest, permanent marker usage, and patient identification.
• Maintain knowledge of and observe universal precautions and all other precautions determined by Michigan Medicine.
• Respond to patients changing physical conditions, such as changes in airway/breathing, heart rate, acute change in level of consciousness, seizure etc.
• Effectively communicate with patients to obtain important clinical information, ensure correct order and laterality, instruct the patient, relieve anxiety, and gain cooperation during procedures, etc.
• Understand and apply guest relations skills and display excellent customer service.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrate excellent collaboration and teamwork.
• Adapt to changing environments (flexible schedules, emergency conditions, protocol development, and technology advancements).
• Function effectively under conditions which are often fast paced and stressful.
• Maintain current ARRT registration.
• Maintain current BLS certification.
• Perform additional duties as required at an outpatient facility, including taking inventory, unloading and stocking inventory, and other tasks as needed.

• Graduation from a school of radiologic technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology required or registry eligible with the first exam attempt must be within 6 months from hire/