Comp Tomography Technologist

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a renowned academic health system dedicated to improving patient care and advancing medical technology. In this pivotal role, you will perform Diagnostic CT procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Collaborate with a diverse team to provide exceptional care and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in healthcare. With a commitment to education and research, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow in a dynamic environment. Be part of a mission-driven organization that values innovation and excellence in patient care.

Benefits

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage

2:1 Match on retirement savings

Qualifications

• Maintain current ARRT registration and comply with state regulations.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality Diagnostic CT procedures with radiation protection.
• Administer contrast media and maintain aseptic techniques.

Skills

Radiation Protection

Patient Communication

Critical Thinking

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Education

Graduation from a school of radiology technology

ARRT Registration

Tools

PACS

EPIC

Job description

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.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

• Perform high quality Diagnostic CT procedures applying principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient.
• Identify and administer correct contrast media per departmental protocol. Use and maintain aseptic technique, accurately draw up sterile contrast media and other solutions.
• Maintain knowledge of and observe universal precautions and all other precautions resolved by the University of Michigan Health System.
• Respond to patients changing physical conditions, such as changes in airway/breathing, heart rate, acute change in level of consciousness, seizure etc.

Required qualifications.

• Maintain current ARRT registration. Maintain compliance with the State of Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs CT installations ionizing radiation Rules and the American College of Radiology CT Accreditation Program requirements.
• Effectively communicate with patients to obtain important clinical information, instruct the patient, relieve anxiety, and gain agreement during procedures, etc.
• Understand and apply guest relations skills and display excellent customer service skills. Always maintain patient confidentiality. Demonstrated excellent collaboration skills.
• Legibly complete protocol sheets as well as document own actions and patient responses, notes to Radiologist which include handwritten notes on the protocol form and/or computer data entry.
• Function effectively under conditions which are often dynamic and stressful.
• Adapt to changing environments (flexible schedules, emergency conditions, protocol development, technology advancements).
• Graduation from a school of radiology technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Registration by the ARRT (R).
• Dependability. Excellent social and communication skills.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ingenuity, creativity and integrity.
• Demonstrated understanding with all age-appropriate guidelines for communication, positioning, radiation dose and radiation protection.
• You should have the ability to move patients safely from transportation devices to and from the CT table. You should be able to move heavy equipment such as a portable CT scanner.
• Receive, relay, and document verbal, written, and electronic orders in the patient's medical record.
• You should display dexterity using fine motor skills and have strong attention to detail.
• CPR certification.

Required Qualifications*

• Graduation from a school of radiology technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Registration by the ARRT
• Dependability. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ingenuity, creativity and professionalism.
• Demonstrated understanding with all age-appropriate guidelines for communication, positioning, radiation dose and radiation protection.
• Must have ability to move patients safely from transportation devices to and from the CT table. Must be able to move heavy equipment such as a portable CT scanner.
• Must display dexterity using fine motor skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Desired Qualifications*

• CT Advance Modality Certification will be required within the first year of employment.
• CT certification and previous CT experience.
• PACS Experience
• EPIC experience

Work Schedule

• 32 Hours one week & 36 hours the 2nd week
• 4-8 hour shifts one week, 3-8 hour shifts, and 1- 12 hour shift week 2
• The large majority of shifts are days with occasional evening coverage
• Occasional On-call (volunteers taken before shifts are assigned)

Work Locations

• Various off-site buildings
• Rotation to multiple locations provides diverse experiences, broader perspectives, reduced monotony, improved problem solving, and helps to diversify your skills

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 .

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

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 maybegin as early as the eighth day after posting.Thisopening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.