Radiology Technologist - CT Apprenticeship, full time, nights

Holland Hospital; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Holland Hospital in Holland, MI is seeking a CT Technologist to operate CT imaging equipment under Radiology Manager supervision.

The role involves patient positioning, contrast administration, image quality review, charge processing, and supporting the Radiology Assistant when needed. Shift is varied days, 7p-7a, with 36 weekly hours; this is an on-site, full-time opportunity and includes a $12,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or higher education.

Responsibilities

• Operates CT imaging equipment and reviews patient requisitions.
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Skills

CT imaging procedures

Patient positioning

Contrast administration

Education

Associates Degree or higher education

Registered Radiologic Technologist

BLS/CPR through the American Heart Association

CT Boards preferred

Job description

The CT Technologist works under the supervision of the Radiology Manager: Schedules CT examinations; receives and reviews patient requisitions;positions patients for CT imaging; administers I.V. contrast media; performs computed tomography imaging examinations; discharges patients; performs miscellaneous related duties; performs the Radiology Assistant’s duties when needed; performs other duties as assigned. This position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and service appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her area.

This position will train certified radiology technologist to become a certified CT Technologist. All study material and the certification exam will be provided. A $12,000 sign-on bonus will be provided.

Employment Type: Full Time

Shift: Varied days, 7p-7a

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 36

Requirements:

• Associates Degree or higher education

• Registered Radiologic Technologist

• CT Boards preferred

• BLS/CPR through the American Heart Association

Performs Computed Tomography Imaging

• Explains examination to the patient and obtains a patient history in compliance with departmental and regulatory guidelines.
• Positions patient for the examination according to established departmental protocols.
• Applies patient immobilization devices and gonad shielding as appropriate.
• Enters patient identification information in assigned computer systems.
• Selects radiation exposure and computer parameters in accordance with department protocols.
• Reviews CT images to insure acceptable image quality.

Completes Patient Charges

• Records all patient charges as scheduled by ordering physician.
• Documents clinical information in computer system and other specified data as required.
• Charges the procedure after performing the CT exam.
• Completes appropriate consent form for performing the procedure.

Administers I.V. Contrast Media

• Selects appropriate contrast media.
• Prepares I.V. contrast administration on established protocols.
• Explains and reviews contrast administration procedure consent with the patient.
• Follows universal precautions in accordance to Hospital policy.
• Adheres to I.V. Contrast Medication Administration guidelines as established by the department.

Performs Related Duties

• Cleans CT equipment and accessories.
• Requests supplies from hospital stock to responsible designee.
• Coordinates time of CT examination with other imaging modalities as needed.
• Performs daily scanner calibration tests in accordance to manufacturer specifications.
• Assists in the cross-training of future personnel.
• Performs the Radiology Assistant role in the absence of personnel. Performs other duties as assigned.

Receives and Reviews Patient Orders

• Obtains in-patient and out-patient orders from the information system.
• Reviews requests for diagnosis and examination requested with interpreting physician to insure appropriate procedure is ordered.
• Arranges daily work schedule to accommodate emergent and inpatient CT requests.
• Follows the insurance pre-authorization requirements for payer compliance.

Schedules CT Examinations

• Works with Central Scheduling to assist in scheduling outpatient CT examinations.
• Verifies indications for requested CT examinations on the daily schedule.
• Coordinates CT examinations with other radiology examinations.
• Manages the emergent and inpatient orders within the daily schedule.

Holland Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy