Job Title
Patient Care Technician
Job ID
280414
Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
City
Ann Arbor
State
MI
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Mode of Work
Onsite
Job Title
Patient Care Technician
Appointing Department
MM CW Radiology C & W
Posting Begin Date
07/22/2026
Posting End Date
08/21/2026
Salary From
43056.00
Salary To
62462.40
Date Closed
 
FLSA Status
Nonexempt

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

 

Provides direct patient care support to pediatric and adult patients within the Radiology Department by assisting Radiologic Technologists in the delivery of safe, efficient, and patient-centered imaging services. Responsibilities include preparing patients and examination rooms, assisting with patient positioning and transfers, setting up supplies and equipment, and providing support during imaging procedures, which may include safely assisting with patient immobilization when necessary. Transports patients to and from the Radiology Department and other designated locations while ensuring patient comfort and safety. Delivers prompt, courteous, and professional service to patients, families, visitors, and staff in accordance with Radiology Gold Service Excellence standards.

Responsibilities*

 
  • Assists Radiologic Technologists with delegated patient care activities and imaging procedures. 
  • Prepares patients, examination rooms, and equipment prior to imaging procedures. 
  • Assists with patient positioning, transfers, lifting, and safe patient handling using appropriate equipment and techniques. 
  • Assists in maintaining patient safety, comfort, dignity, and privacy throughout the imaging experience. 
  • Assists with patient immobilization during imaging examinations as directed by the Radiologic Technologist. 
  • Monitors, sets up, cleans, and maintains clinical equipment to ensure operational readiness. 
  • Obtains, records, and documents patient vital signs and other delegated clinical information as appropriate. 
  • Stocks examination rooms and specialized imaging areas with supplies and equipment; monitors inventory levels and communicates supply needs.
  • Ensures imaging rooms and patient care areas are clean, organized, and prepared for patient care. Transports patients safely to and from imaging areas and other designated locations utilizing appropriate transport equipment and infection prevention practices. 
  • Assists with processing patient care orders and utilizes the electronic medical record and other computerized systems as required. 
  • Maintains effective communication with patients, families, Radiologic Technologists, nurses, providers, and other members of the healthcare team. 
  • Adheres to departmental, institutional, infection prevention, patient safety, and regulatory policies and procedures. 
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications*

 
  • High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
  • Current CPR/BLS certification. 
  • Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to utilize electronic medical record systems. 
  • Demonstrated customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills. 
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment while maintaining professionalism and compassion. 
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment, prioritize multiple responsibilities, and work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desired Qualifications*

 
  • Previous experience in a patient care or healthcare setting. 

  • Experience working in a radiology or imaging department. 

  • Knowledge of safe patient handling and transport techniques

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.

Work Schedule

 

(2) 12s and (2) 8-hour shifts

Work Locations

 

C.S. Mott Children's Hospital

1540 E. Hospital Drive, Rm 3-641

Ann Arbor, MI 48103-4252

Union Affiliation

 

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), which contains and settles 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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

 

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.