CT Technologist Full Time Days

DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Job summary

DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital in Detroit, MI seeks a Radiologic Technologist for CT imaging on the Day shift. This full-time role involves preparing patients, acquiring quality CT images, and supporting radiologists with accurate data.

Requirements include ARRT certification in Radiology or CT, BLS, and at least 1 year of radiology experience or CT certification. Sign-on bonus up to $15,000 is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification in radiology or CT preferred.
• BLS certification required by orientation.
• 1+ year experience as Radiologic Technologist or CT certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic CT exams using appropriate imaging equipment.
• Verify patient identity and review chart for exam appropriateness.
• Explain procedure, risks, and follow-up care to patients; obtain history.
• Acquire and review images, document deviations from protocols, and communicate with radiologist.
• Provide post-care instructions and support quality-improvement efforts in radiology.

Skills

ARRT Certification

CT Imaging

BLS

Patient Care

Communication

Education

ARRT Certification in Radiology or CT

Job description

Up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus, based on amount of relevant experience

DMC Harper University Hospital

has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure.

Job Description:

Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, 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.

1. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology (R) or Computed Tomography (CT) preferred.

2. Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.

3. One or more years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology or advanced certification in Computed Tomography (CT)

Job: Imaging/Radiology

Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan

Facility: DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital

Job Type: Full Time

Shift Type: Day