How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Job Summary
We are actively seeking compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient-oriented individuals who will share in the goal of creating the ideal experience for patients, families and employees.
Utilizes ionizing radiation to create diagnostic imaging radiographs of designated anatomical areas in accordance with established practices and procedures of all age groups. Obtains patient history, explains routine procedures and addresses patient concerns. Provides appropriate patient care following the Radiology Gold Service Excellence guidelines to achieve successful completion of procedure. Exercise professional judgment in the performance of this service following the Code of Conduct of the ARRT. Contribute as a team member to enhance job stewardship mindful of Internal and External customer service standards.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
Responsibilities*
- Performs Diagnostic Procedures
- Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure, assuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
- Positions patients using appropriate radiation protection devices and immobilizing techniques for age specific patient populations.
- Applies principles of radiation protection to a minimize exposure to patient, self and others.
- Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, while respecting patients ability and comfort.
- Selects and operates appropriate radiographic equipment according to established protocols.
- Evaluates images for technical quality, assuring proper identification is recorded.
- Assists radiologist with fluoroscopic and radiographic procedures.
- According to departmental protocols identifies and prepares contrast media under the direction of a Radiologist.
- Practices aseptic techniques.
- Maintains knowledge of and observes Universal precautions.
- Understands and applies Guest Relations skills and displays excellent customer services skills and maintains patient confidentiality.
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications*
- Graduation from a school of radiologic technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary.
- Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology is required within the first six months of employment.
- Maintains ARRT Registration.
- Maintains BCLS Certification.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrates critical thinking skills, ingenuity, creativity and professionalism.
- Demonstrates understanding with all age appropriate guidelines for communication, positioning, radiation exposures and radiation protection.
- Must have physical ability to push, pull, assist, and transfer patients safely from transportation devices to diagnostic table. Must have the physical ability to push, pull, and assist when placing radiology equipment under the patient. Must be able to move heavy equipment such as a portable. Must display physical dexterity using fine motor skills.
- Dependability, with history of good standing attendance.
- Self-reliant, self-sufficient, and takes initiative.
- Ability to work effectively with team, including fellow Technologists, neighboring modalities, clinic staff, PSA, students/interns, etc
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision at satellite location.
- Strong teaching and mentor abilities for training of new hires and student interns.
Desired Qualifications*
- Sectra PACS experience, as well as proficient computer entry skills, including MiChart.
- Experience with general diagnostics in an Outpatient/Clinic setting, and Bone Density/DEXA exams.
- Orthopedic Experience
- Bone Density/DEXA Experience
- Experience with Level 1 Trauma Center
- CPR certification
- Liko Lift Experience
Work Schedule
Taubman, M-F 7a-6p
YHC, M-F, 7a-7p, Sat 8a-12p
Work Locations
Rotations to the following locations:
A.Alfred Taubman Health Care Center
Outpatient Radiology Dept, Second Floor
1620 E. Medical Center Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Frankel Cardiovascular Center
Outpatient Radiology Dept, Third Floor
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Cancer Center
Outpatient Radiology Dept, Level B2
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Ypsilanti Health Center (YHC)
Outpatient Radiology Dept, First Floor
300 West Michigan Avenue
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Union Affiliation
This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.