MRI Technologist - $29-38 per hour
Company: Detroit Medical Center
Location: Detroit
Posted on: May 8, 2024
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Job Description:
Detroit Medical Center is seeking a MRI Technologist for a job
in Detroit, Michigan. Job Description & Requirements
Job Details
DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is DMC's largest hospital, offering a
comprehensive heart center, cancer care, gerontology, emergency
medicine, obstetrics/gynecology and cosmetic services.
Sinai-Grace's joint replacement program features a revolutionary
minimally invasive knee and hip replacement surgery that attracts
patients from all over the country. Sinai-Grace operates more than
21 outpatient care sites and ambulatory surgery centers throughout
Wayne and Oakland Counties and is one of 10 hospitals in the nation
to be awarded a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grant to help set
the standards of cardiac care for hospitals and physicians
throughout the nation.
Job Description:
Under general supervision and following established policies and
procedures, performs diagnostic MRI exams utilizing appropriate
imaging equipment.
Verifies patient identity and reviews patient's medical record for
appropriateness of exam or procedure.
Interviews 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 as per script. Reviews images, makes initial
observations, documents exceptions from established protocols and
communicates data to radiologist. Recognizes and responds to
medical emergencies as appropriate. Provides physician-prescribed
post care instructions to 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. Provides imaging education to residents,
student technologists and new employees. Able to take call/standby
as required by the department.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
1. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist
(ARRT) in Radiology (R) or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) or
American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists
(ARMRIT). 2. Required to have or successfully complete American
Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider
(BLS) training by end of orientation period. 3. One or more years
of experience as a Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology (R)
or advanced certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) or
American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists
(ARMRIT)
Skills Required
1. Analytical and clinical skills necessary to determine the most
age appropriate method of providing requested radiographs specific
to patient's physical ability and/or limitations. 2. Interpersonal
and communication skills necessary to deal effectively with and
instruct patients who may be under physical/emotional stress;
ability to comprehend and follow physicians verbal and written
request and prescriptions; ability to work effectively in a
culturally diverse atmosphere with a variety of hospital personnel
and/or patients. 3. Technical knowledge necessary to operate
equipment including but not limited to all specialized equipment
and computers. 4. Ability to work productively and effectively
within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities.
5. Knowledge and understanding of American College of Radiology
requirements for accreditation. 6. Physical stamina for frequent
walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients. Physical
ability to stand, bend, push, pull, reach and lift in order to
provide patient care. 7. Manual dexterity and visual acuity to
operate and utilize all types of imaging equipment and supplies in
order to produce images of acceptable diagnostic quality.
JOB:CT/MRI/Ultrasound
PRIMARY LOCATION:Detroit, Michigan
FACILITY:DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital
JOB TYPE:Full-Time
SHIFT TYPE:EveningDetroit Medical Center Job ID. About Detroit
Medical Center The Detroit Medical Center (DMC) is the leading
academically-integrated hospital system in Metro Detroit, and one
of the largest health care providers in Southeast Michigan. During
our 150+ years of caring for the community, we have been recognized
nationally with top awards in many aspects of hospital operations
and patient care. The DMC is able to achieve these awards because
of our exceptional employees.The Detroit Medical Center is one the
largest academic medical centers in the United States, with a long
and rich history of medical education, for more than 100 years. We
train more physicians than any other hospital in Detroit.Our
evidence-based approach inspires confidence and spurs innovation.
It ensures that we are making treatment decisions based on our
experience, on the best available research and our understanding of
each patient as an individual. Our commitment to our patients Our
commitment to patient care and improving patient outcomes is part
of everything we do. It's our mission. It's our promise to every
patient and every family who entrusts their care to us.To meet the
needs of our community, we operate 8 hospitals and more than 140
clinics and outpatient facilities across southeast Michigan,
including a nationally recognized dedicated pediatric hospital
(Children's Hospital of Michigan) as well as a nationally
recognized rehabilitation hospital (Rehabilitation Institute of
Michigan). We offer an inclusive, diverse and supportive
environment. Knowing that we are better together, our teams are
highly collaborative and integrated to deliver the high quality and
compassionate care our patients expect and deserve. Staff members
have a voice in forming our culture; one that is often referred to
as my forever family and colleagues who have my back . The DMC has
a proud legacy of caring for the people and the families that call
Metro Detroit home; they're our neighbors, our friends, and our
community. That's why the DMC serves everyone in the community who
needs us; no one gets turned away who comes to us for care. From
local food drives to our long-standing commitment to educate and
empower our community towards better health, you can count on the
DMC. There's a spirit of caring and togetherness that you will
experience when you join the DMC family. We are a community build
on care.At the DMC, we are committed to maintaining an environment
of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. If you need a
reasonable accommodation to access the information provided on this
web site, please contact the DMC facility where the position is
available, for further assistance. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual
disability.Employee BenefitsAt the DMC, health and well-being are
important to us, so we provide a range of benefits and options to
help meet the needs of all eligible employees. In addition to a
range of healthcare plans, including higher and lower deductible
options, we offer dental, vision and an employee assistance plan.
Basic life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
insurance are provided for free to eligible plan members. Employees
can also choose to participate in one of several supplemental life
insurance and/or disability plans, a legal services plan and an
identity protection plan. For those employees who are looking for
support to care for family members, we also offer child and elder
care programs.To help employees prepare for retirement, we offer a
401K savings plan, and an employee discount plan that includes
discounts for a wide variety of products, including auto and home
insurance and mobile plans.
Benefits
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