Radiologic Technologist
Detroit, Michigan
Henry Ford St. John Hospital

Job Opportunity: Radiographer (Radiologic Technologist)

Location: Detroit, Michigan
Contract Length: 16 weeks

Job Summary

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

Key Responsibilities

• Explain examination procedures and prepare patients for imaging.
• Review clinical data and obtain additional patient history as needed.
• Prepare procedure rooms and maintain supplies.
• Analyze patient anatomy, set up equipment, and perform radiologic procedures manually.
• Select and administer intravenous contrast media when required; monitor patients for reactions and provide immediate care if necessary.
• Apply radiation protection principles, including shielding and dose reduction techniques (ALARA).
• Prepare and set up sterile equipment and follow infection control protocols.
• Ensure patient safety, privacy, confidentiality, and comfort during procedures.
• Complete all required documentation, including worksheets, logs, patient records, and radiology information system (RIS) entries.
• Manage image quality and exceptions in PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System).
• Review and confirm clinical protocols with Radiologists before procedures.
• Participate in teaching and educating new hires and students while maintaining own duties.
• Demonstrate teamwork, communication, customer service, and respect for diversity consistently.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

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

Schedule

• Position 1: Monday to Friday, 11:00 AM – 7:30 PM
• Position 2: Every other weekend, 1:00 PM – 11:30 PM
• 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Registered Radiology Technologist (ARRT) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of 1 year of Radiology Technologist experience, including experience within the last year.
• Experience working with Level 1 Trauma or Level 2 Trauma patients.

Personal Qualities & Customer Service Expectations

• Self-directed, flexible, and committed to teamwork.
• Demonstrates initiative, willingness to learn, and openness to new experiences.
• Respects diversity without judgment.
• Upholds core customer service values including communication, ownership, motivation, sensitivity, excellence, teamwork, and respect.
• Practices customer skills through ongoing training and in-services.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty experience: Radiographer (Radiologic Technologist) – minimum 1-2 years preferred (implied by trauma and OR experience requirements).
• Prior travel experience: Not required.