Travel Radiology Technologist
Southfield, Michigan
Providence-Providence Park Hospital Southfield Campus

Job Opportunity: Radiographer (Radiologic Technologist)

Location: Southfield, Michigan
Employment Type: Staffing - Supplier Sourced
Contract Length: 13 weeks (91 days ≈ 13 weeks)

Job Summary

Under the direction of a Radiologist, perform radiologic procedures to evaluate pathological conditions as ordered by a physician. Utilize independent judgment to determine appropriate radiographic techniques, positioning, and safety practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Explain examination procedures to patients and prepare them for exams.
• Review clinical data and obtain additional patient medical history as needed.
• Prepare procedure rooms and replenish supplies regularly.
• Analyze patient anatomy, set up equipment, and perform radiologic procedures manually to obtain diagnostic images.
• May select and administer intravenous contrast media; monitor patients for reactions and provide immediate care if needed.
• Perform imaging procedures following radiation protection principles (shielding, dose reduction, ALARA techniques).
• Prepare and set up sterile equipment and supplies; follow infection control practices.
• Ensure patient safety, privacy, confidentiality, comfort, and legal/ethical rights.
• Complete all necessary documentation, including worksheets, logs, patient records, and radiology information system entries.
• Teach and educate new hires and students as needed while maintaining own duties.
• Resolve image exceptions and ensure high-quality image delivery into PACS; confirm image/series counts.
• Complete study indexing in the Radiology Information System (RIS).
• Review and confirm clinical protocols with Radiologist before performing studies.
• Demonstrate team member standards including communication, positive attitude, innovation, and respect for diversity.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

• Work in hospital settings including fixed units, inpatient departments, OR, ER, or with mobile units.
• Potential exposure to radiation if precautions are not followed.
• Exposure to high-voltage equipment and potentially contagious patients.
• Occasionally lift or move equipment and/or patients exceeding 10 lbs.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Radiographer (Radiologic Technologist)
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard professional competency expected for the role.
• Prior travel experience: Not required.

This position is suitable for healthcare professionals seeking a radiologic technologist role in a hospital environment with a 13-week contract.