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Tenet Healthcare

Operates hospitals and clinics; revenue cycle

IR Tech: Angioplasty

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeDetroit, MI, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiology (RT), Vascular-Interventional Radiography (VI), or Cardiovascular-Interventional (CV).
  • Have or successfully complete American Heart Association Basic Life Support training for Healthcare Providers by the end of orientation.
  • For employees working in an adult setting, obtain Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification within six months of hire; for employees working in a cardiology setting, obtain Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification within one year of hire.
  • At least one year of experience as a Radiologic Technologist registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiology.
  • Analytical and clinical skills to determine the most age-appropriate method of providing requested radiographs based on patients' physical abilities or limitations.
  • Interpersonal and communication skills to deal effectively with and instruct patients under physical or emotional stress; comprehend and follow physicians' verbal and written requests and prescriptions; and work effectively with diverse hospital personnel and patients.
  • Technical knowledge to operate specialized equipment and computers.
  • Ability to work productively and effectively in a complex environment and handle multiple or changing priorities.
  • Knowledge and understanding of American College of Radiology accreditation requirements.
  • Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients, and physical ability to stand, bend, push, pull, reach, and lift to provide patient care.
  • Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate and use x-ray equipment and supplies to produce diagnostically acceptable radiographs.

Responsibilities

  • Perform diagnostic interventional examinations using appropriate imaging equipment in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Verify patient identity and review medical records to confirm the appropriateness of examinations or procedures.
  • Interview patients to obtain, verify, or update medical histories and assess risk factors, including medications, pregnancy, or psychological indicators.
  • Explain procedures to patients, including side effects of administered pharmaceuticals, risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow-up.
  • Set up equipment and acquire appropriate images according to the script.
  • Review images, make initial observations, document exceptions from established protocols, and communicate data to the radiologist.
  • Recognize and respond to medical emergencies as appropriate.
  • Provide patients with physician-prescribed post-care instructions.
  • Participate in radiology practice improvement activities, including quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis, and patient satisfaction.
  • Provide imaging education to residents, student technologists, and new employees.
  • Take call or standby as required by the department.
  • Perform Radiologic Technologist duties as needed.

About the Company

Tenet Healthcare

Operates hospitals and clinics; revenue cycle

Tenet Healthcare runs a large network of hospitals and outpatient facilities, including 65 hospitals and around 500 other centers, and owns Conifer Health Solutions, which provides revenue cycle management and value-based care services to hospitals, health systems, and physician practices. It earns most of its revenue from patient services like hospital stays, surgeries, and outpatient procedures, while Conifer generates income by handling billing and administrative tasks for providers. The company delivers care through its facilities and supports providers with financial operations and care models that tie payments to patient outcomes. Its scale and integration, along with an emphasis on workforce diversity, help coordinate care efficiently, with a goal of delivering the right care at the right place and time and becoming a trusted employer and partner in its communities.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Dallas, TX
Founded
1967

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