CT Technologist - Precision Diagnostic Imaging

Michigan Medicine; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental and vision

2:1 Retirement match

Job summary

Michigan Medicine is seeking a Radiologic Technologist specializing in CT imaging to perform high-quality diagnostic procedures with strict radiation safety. The role requires ARRT radiography registration and CT certification within two years, plus experience in CT or radiography and primary source verification.

Responsibilities include contrast administration, protocol adherence, accurate documentation, patient instruction, and collaboration with radiologists.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a school of radiology technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification and Registration by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography (R) upon hire.
• ARRT (CT) Post Primary certification should be achieved within 2 years of hiring or transferring, with the initial exam attempt taking place within 12 months of hire or transfer.
• Reasonable experience in diagnostic radiography or computerized tomography.
• This classification requires Primary Source Verification.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality diagnostic CT procedures applying principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patients.
• Identify and administer correct contrast media per departmental protocol. Use and maintain aseptic techniques, accurately draw up sterile contrast media and other solutions.
• Maintain knowledge of and observe universal precautions and all other precautions required 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.
• 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.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrate excellent collaboration skills.
• Ensure complete and accurate documentation of any protocol changes, patient responses, and communications to the radiologist, including any additional protocol instructions.
• Function effectively under conditions that are often dynamic and stressful.
• Adapt to changing environments (flexible schedules, emergency conditions, protocol development, technology advancements).
• Demonstrates strong dependability, along with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills, ingenuity, creativity, and integrity.
• Demonstrated understanding of all age-appropriate guidelines for communication, positioning, radiation dose, and radiation protection.
• Safely transfer patients to and from transport devices and the CT table, handle and move heavy equipment, including a portable CT scanner.
• Receive, relay, and document verbal, written, and electronic orders in the patient's medical record.
• Demonstrates strong fine motor skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• Maintain CPR certification

Job description

Michigan Medicine is seeking a Radiologic Technologist specializing in CT imaging to perform high-quality diagnostic procedures with strict radiation safety. The role requires ARRT radiography registration and CT certification within two years, plus experience in CT or radiography and primary source verification.

Responsibilities include contrast administration, protocol adherence, accurate documentation, patient instruction, and collaboration with radiologists.