CT Technologist
Detroit Medical Center · Detroit, MI · Yesterday
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
Embark on a rewarding career with DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.
Responsibilities
- Performs diagnostic CT exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment.
- Verifies patient identity and reviews patients 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. May perform the duties of a Radiologic Technologist, as needed.
Requirements
- Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology (R) or Computed Tomography (CT) preferred.
- Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.
- One or more years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology or advanced certification in Computed Tomography (CT).
Qualifications
- Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology (R) or Computed Tomography (CT) preferred.
- Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.
- One or more years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology or advanced certification in Computed Tomography (CT).
Skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of CT imaging techniques and protocols.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff.
- Proficiency in using CT imaging equipment and software.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
- Generous paid time off (PTO).
- Career development and continuing education opportunities.
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts.
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program.
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.
Pay
Up to $5,000 Sign on Bonus, based on relevant experience.
Schedule
Full-time position with potential for call/standby.