Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Radiology
Detroit, MI
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Radiographer (Radiologic Technologist)

Location

• Detroit, Michigan

Job Summary

• Perform radiologic procedures under the direction of a Radiologist to evaluate pathological conditions as ordered by a physician.
• Utilize independent judgment for radiographic techniques, patient positioning, and safety practices.
• Explain procedures to patients and prepare them for examinations.
• Review clinical data and obtain additional patient history as needed.
• Prepare procedure rooms and maintain supplies.
• Operate radiologic equipment manually to obtain diagnostic images.
• May select and administer intravenous contrast media and monitor patients for reactions.
• Apply radiation protection principles including shielding and dose reduction techniques.
• Follow infection control practices and maintain sterile equipment as required.
• Ensure patient safety, privacy, comfort, and legal/ethical rights.
• Complete all necessary documentation, including logs, patient records, and radiology information system entries.
• Assist in teaching and educating new hires and students.
• Manage image quality and delivery into PACS and complete study indexing in RIS.
• Collaborate with Radiologists to confirm clinical protocols before studies.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills consistently.

Shift & Hours

• 12-hour shifts, scheduled from 3:00 AM to 3:30 PM
• 36 hours per week

Contract Length

• Approximately 16 weeks

Required Qualifications

• Completion of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Radiology Technologist with at least 1 year of experience, including experience within the last year.
• Registered in Radiography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience working with Level 1 Trauma or Level 2 Trauma patients.
• Must maintain required continuing education hours.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Work primarily in hospital settings including inpatient departments, operating rooms, and emergency rooms.
• Potential exposure to radiation, high-voltage equipment, and contagious patients.
• Occasional lifting or moving of equipment and patients exceeding 10 lbs.

Personal Qualities and Customer Service Expectations

• Self-directed, flexible, and committed to teamwork.
• Demonstrates initiative, willingness to learn, and openness to new experiences.
• Respects diversity and practices excellent customer service values including communication, ownership, motivation, sensitivity, excellence, teamwork, and respect.
• Must maintain required continuing education hours.

Note: Overtime is available after 48 hours worked.