**Up to $9,000 Sign on Bonus, based on relevant experience**
DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure.
Summary Description
Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, performs diagnostic radiological exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment.Verifies patient identity and reviews patient's medical record for appropriateness of exam or procedure.Interviews patient to obtain, verify or update medical history and assesses risk factors such as medications, pregnancy and/or psychological indicators.Explains procedure to patient, including side effects of pharmaceuticals administered, risks, benefits, alternatives and follow-up.Sets up equipment and acquires appropriate images as per script.
Reviews images, makes initial observations, documents exceptions from established protocols and communicates data to radiologist.Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies as appropriate.Provides physician-prescribed post care instructions to patients.Participates in process improvement activities within radiology practice including but not limited to quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis and patient satisfaction.Provides imaging education to residents, student technologists and new employees.Able to take call/standby as required by the department.
