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.

Summary

We are actively seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient-centered Radiologic Technologist who will share in the goal of creating the ideal imaging experience for patients, families, and team members. This candidate will serve a vital role, providing patient care at two sites of service where coverage is needed: Northville Health Center Radiology and Canton Health Center Radiology offsite locations. This will be an exciting learning experience and work opportunity: General Imaging work includes MPU procedures, performing outpatient Orthopedic, CMC, Internal Medicine studies, (and other clinic support), Arthrograms, and walk-in General Imaging services.

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*

The Radiologic Technologist will:

• Perform high quality MPU and diagnostic procedures, applying principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, staff, and practitioners.
• Position patients for detailed orthopedic protocols, arthrograms, and MPU procedures, using appropriate radiation protection devices and immobilizing techniques for age specific patient populations.
• Evaluate images for technical quality, demonstration of area of interest, permanent marker usage, and patient identification. 
• Maintain knowledge of and observe universal precautions and all other precautions determined by Michigan Medicine.
• Respond to patients changing physical conditions, such as changes in airway/breathing, heart rate, acute change in level of consciousness, seizure etc.
• Effectively communicate with patients to obtain important clinical information, ensure correct order and laterality, instruct the patient, relieve anxiety, and gain cooperation during procedures, etc.
• Understand and apply guest relations skills and display excellent customer service.  Maintain patient confidentiality at all times. Demonstrate excellent teamwork.
• Adapt to changing environments (flexible schedules, emergency conditions, protocol development, and technology advancements).
• Function effectively under conditions which are often fast paced and stressful.
• Maintain current ARRT registration.
• Maintain current BLS certification.
• Perform additional duties as required at an outpatient facility, including unloading and stocking PAR carts and laundry cabinets, taking inventory, and other tasks as needed.

Required Qualifications*

• Graduation from a school of radiologic technology is necessary. Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology is required within the first six months of employment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills, ingenuity, creativity, and professionalism.
• Demonstrate understanding with all age-appropriate guidelines for communication, General Imaging positioning, radiation exposures, radiation equipment and protection.
• Must have physical ability to push, pull, assist, and transfer patients safely.
• Must display physical dexterity using fine and large motor skills.
• In addition, the successful incumbent will demonstrate/possess the following:
• High enthusiasm and exceptional work ethic.
• Show respect for all patients, families, and team members (all roles).
• Adhere to high standards of teamwork by demonstrating adaptability, dependability, flexibility; in addition, must exhibit a desire for consistent learning and share information and resources with others.

Desired Qualifications*

PACS/EMR experience as well as proficient computer entry skills. Experience in MPU/C-Arm procedures.

Work Schedule

40 hours per week / day-shift hours, weekdays, 10-hour shifts / + rotating Saturdays

Work Locations

1)    Northville Health Center / Radiology / Room # 1422A, Northville, MI 48168

2)    Canton Health Center Radiology / Room # 1629, Canton MI 48187

Additional Information

Sign-On BONUS: $2,500: $1250 after 6 months of successful employment / $1250 after 12 months of successful 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.