Job Description
CT Technologist
JOB-10040342
Anticipated Start Date
January 22, 2024
Location
Farmington Hills, MI
Type of Employment
Contract Hire
Employer Info
Two of our client’s hospitals have once again earned national recognition by U.S. News & World Report in the “America’s Best Hospitals” rankings. In addition, they have the most nationally ranked hospitals in Michigan.
Job Summary
We are looking for individual to join our client’s team as CT Technologist. Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures performs diagnostic CT exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment. Technologists must demonstrate good clinical skills and provide the best possible images for interpretation while applying ALARA principles of radiation protection.
Job Description
- Verifies patient identification and physician order.
- Provides procedural information/education to the patient/family prior to each exam.
- Acquires an accurate patient history and documents in the medical record.
- Performs CT and related patient care procedures using age-appropriate methods for patient’s physical ability and/or limitations.
- Places IV’s as required for injection of contrast media.
- Proficiently operates CT imaging equipment and performs necessary quality control and quality assurance testing.
- Monitors patients during procedures to ensure patient safety.
- Ensures STAT requests are relayed to radiologist in a timely manner. Ensures equipment is wiped down and sanitized between patients and exam room is clean and properly stocked with linen and supplies.
- Accurately and efficiently uses hospital computer systems for verifying orders, viewing schedules, and sending information to PAC’s.
- Use effective inter/intra-departmental communication and participates with medical staff, management, technical and support staff.
Skills Required
- Experience with ER, Inpatient and outpatient
- Preferred experience with Siemens CT scanners and Phillips PACS
Education/Training/Certifications
- ARRT Certified in CT and BLS.
Additional Requirements
- SHIFT/HOURS: 8 hr. 12pm - 830pm with every weekend
Pay Rate
- $62.50 per hour
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.