CT Technologist - CT - 40 Hours - Days

Henry Ford Health System; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled CT Technologist to join their team. In this pivotal role, you will perform computerized tomographic procedures for diagnosing diseases and injuries, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the process. You will be responsible for preparing patients, administering contrast media, and adhering to strict radiation safety protocols. This position offers a competitive salary, a generous sign-on bonus, and the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment dedicated to providing top-notch patient care. If you're passionate about healthcare and ready to make a difference, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years experience or Associate's degree required.
• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures for diagnosis according to established protocols.
• Observe patients during procedures and report any abnormalities.

Skills

Patient Monitoring

Radiation Safety Procedures

CT Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree or Technical Degree

Tools

Computed Tomography Equipment

Contrast Media Administration

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Up to $7,500 Sign-on Bonus

Full Time Benefit Eligible

Shift: FT 40 hours per week, four ten-hour day shifts per week 8am-6pm, with every third weekend rotation

Perform computerized tomographic procedures for the diagnosis of disease and injury according to protocols established by radiologists. Prepare and position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately. Prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations. Observe patient during procedure and report abnormal activity. Monitor protocols and recommend updates or refinements as warranted. Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.

CERTIFICATION/LICENCES REQUIRED:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
• Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. NMTCB(CT) Computed Tomography Specialty Certification ARRT(CT) Radiologic Technologist specializing in Computed Tomography required in addition to CNMT Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Computed Tomography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Nuclear Medicine or Radiation Therapy specialty also accepted.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Providence Hospitals
• Department: Computerized Tomography CT 001
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable