CT Technologist - Full Time 72Hrs/Pp - Bronson Methodist Hospital

Provider Careers at Bronson Medical Group; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000

Retention Bonus $5,000

Job summary

Bronson Methodist Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI seeks a CT Technologist to perform a full range of radiology duties and support radiologists during scans. The role emphasizes high-quality patient care, imaging accuracy, and adherence to safety standards.

The position requires an Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology, ARRT CT certification within 15 months of hire date, and BLS within 6 months. This is a full-time on-site role with a sign-on/retention bonus program.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology from an accredited school.
• ARRT CT certification to be obtained within 15 months of hire date.
• BLS certification within 6 months after hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist radiologists during invasive and non-invasive radiographic scans.
• Prepare and calibrate equipment for procedures.
• Administer or assist with contrast media under radiologist direction.
• Maintain documentation and ensure patient safety throughout procedures.
• Operate imaging equipment and monitor patient condition during scans.

Skills

Radiologic Technology

CT Imaging

Patient Care

Education

Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

ARRT Certification Tools

Job description

Location Kalamazoo-601 John St.-Bronson Methodist Hospital South Campus (South Pavilion)

Title CT Technologist - Full Time 72Hrs/Pp - Bronson Methodist Hospital

Performs the full range of duties required to assist the radiologists during special invasive and non-invasive radiographic scans and performs a diverse range of other diagnostic radiology work on a wide variety of patients. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

As of 8/14/2022: Associate's degree from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology Registered ARRT (R ) upon hire must receive ARRT CT certification within 15 months from hire date. Registered ARRT (NM) or NMTCB must receive ARRT CT certification within 15 months from hire date. Advanced certification in CT needs to be attempted to be completed at 12 months, and completed at no longer than 15 months from date of employment. Successful completion of requirements for orientation which include Hospital, Core, and Department specific orientation. BLS required within 6 months after hire.

Responsibilities

• Must demonstrate excellent human relation skills to deal with patients, physicians and other in sometimes difficult or sensitive situation, including verbal and written communication, problem solving and assertiveness.
• Must have a customer service orientation.
• Must demonstrate leadership and organization skills including the ability to work independently and take initiative within established procedures.
• Must demonstrate a positive attitude.
• Must be able to operate and perform basic computer programs associated with record keeping in the Department Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time.
• Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required.
• Receives or escorts patients into examination area; reviews pertinent patient information; instructs patient concerning the examination to be performed.
• Prepares and calibrates equipment for procedure to be performed.
• Assists Radiologists during all special procedure studies (i.e., angiograms, vena cavagrams, etc.) to provide optimal Diagnostic/Special Radiology examinations.
• In consultation with the Radiologists performs computerized tomography (CT) scans on any and all parts of the body as ordered by the physician.
• Operates highly sophisticated electronic equipment during exams, observing patient vital signs and other pertinent data and anticipating the needs of the physician.
• Administers or assists in the administration of contrast media under the direction of the Radiologist.
• Works as a Radiologic Technologist in other radiology sections as workload requires..
• Work may be performed in Radiology Department or other hospital areas as necessary to accommodate patient/physician needs.
• Operates all equipment properly and with care and regularly performs maintenance and quality control work. Immediately reports any malfunctions, necessary adjustments or repairs.
• Performs first aid as required and assists in cases of adverse reaction to contrast media or in other emergencies.
• Observes and practices sterile technique and prevents cross-contamination of contagious diseases.
• Maintains cleanliness of procedure rooms and equipment.
• Maintains accurate documentation of patient and file information.
• Maintains appropriate supply level in their areas of responsibility.
• Demonstrates or oversees the on the job training for student technologists and other non professional assistants as assigned

Shift Variable Time Type Full time Sign-On Bonus External Candidates Only: Up to $5,000.00 Retention Bonus External Candidates Only, $5,000.00 Scheduled Weekly Hours 36 Cost Center 3101 Radiology CT Scanner (BMH)

Bronson Healthcare is a community-owned, not-for-profit health system that has been serving southwest Michigan since 1900. Today, with a workforce of 9,000 people and 1,500 medical staff members, it is the area’s largest employer and leading healthcare system. Bronson provides care in virtually every specialty and offers a full range of services from primary care to critical care at more than 100 locations. Bronson’s exceptionally high quality standards enable us to do what’s right for our patients and their families. We are empowered as individuals and as teams, to apply our skills and experience so that every patient receives safe, timely and effective treatment. By putting each patient and their family at the center of our work, we demonstrate the dignity and respect we have for each individual we serve. This unwavering commitment to serving others combined with our unique healing environment helps make the patient experience here an exceptional one. The excellence and Positivity of our employees and medical staff has contributed to Bronson Healthcare being ranked by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers (2022-23), by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023) and by the National Association for Business Resources as one of the 2023 Top 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.