Student Rad Tech Contingent Rotate

• DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research.
• A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure.
• Summary Description Works under the supervision of a registered Radiologic Technologist as directed operating radiology equipment, following established policies and procedures.
• Verifies patient identity and reviews patient's medical record for appropriateness of exam or procedure.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. 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 3. Two to four months of clinical rotational experience as a student in radiologic procedures preferred. 4. Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.