CT Technologist Full Time Midnights

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital in Detroit, Michigan, seeks a Radiologic Technologist (CT) to perform diagnostic CT exams under supervision. You will verify patient identity, review medical history, explain procedures, and acquire images per script.

Responsibilities include reviewing images with radiologists, providing post-procedure instructions, and participating in quality-improvement initiatives. Night shift, full-time, on-site, with Tenet Healthcare support.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification in Radiography or CT preferred.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers required by end of orientation.
• 1+ year radiologic technologist experience in Radiology or CT.

Responsibilities

• Interview patient and verify medical history; explain procedure and risks.
• Set up equipment and acquire images per script.
• Review images and communicate data to radiologist.
• Provide imaging post-care instructions to patients.
• Participate in quality and process improvement activities.
• Educate residents and students; take call as required.
• May perform Radiologic Technologist duties as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Technical imaging knowledge

Patient care

Multitasking

ACR accreditation knowledge

Manual dexterity

Education

ARRT Certification in Radiography or CT

Tools

PACS

CT imaging equipment

Job description

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

DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, Michigan’s first Level I Trauma Center, helped pioneer the evolution of emergency medicine and currently has one of the busiest and most well-equipped emergency departments anywhere. The first and largest verified burn center in the state is at Receiving, and it is one of only 43 in the nation. Receiving also offers the state’s leading 24/7 hyperbaric oxygen program, Metro Detroit’s first certified primary stroke center, and the nationally recognized and accredited DMC Rosa Parks Geriatric Center of Excellence.

Job Summary

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.

Qualifications:

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).

Skills Required

1. Analytical and clinical skills necessary to determine the most age appropriate method of providing requested radiographs specific to patient's physical ability and/or limitations.

2. Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal effectively with and instruct patients who may be under physical/emotional stress ability to comprehend and follow physicians verbal and written request and prescriptions ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse atmosphere with a variety of hospital personnel and/or patients.

3. Technical knowledge necessary to operate equipment including but not limited to all specialized equipment and computers.

4. Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities.

5. Knowledge and understanding of American College of Radiology requirements for accreditation.

6. Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients. Physical ability to stand, bend, push, pull, reach and lift in order to provide patient care.

7. Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate and utilize all types of imaging equipment and supplies in order to produce images of acceptable diagnostic quality.

Job: Imaging/Radiology

Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan

Facility: DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital

Job Type: Full Time

Shift Type: Night

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