Comp Tomography Technologist

About This Role

Perform high-quality diagnostic CT procedures, ensuring patient safety through radiation protection and proper contrast media administration. This role involves direct patient interaction, critical thinking in dynamic environments, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform high quality Diagnostic CT procedures applying principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient
• Identify and administer correct contrast media per departmental protocol
• Use and maintain aseptic technique, accurately draw up sterile contrast media and other solutions
• Maintain knowledge of and observe universal precautions and all other precautions resolved 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.

Requirements

• 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) Advance Modality Certification must be completed within 2 years from hire/transfer date
• Reasonable experience in diagnostic radiography or computerized tomography
• Dependability
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to move patients safely from transportation devices to and from the CT table
• Ability to move heavy equipment such as a portable CT scanner
• Receive, relay, and document verbal, written, and electronic orders in the patient's medical record
• Dexterity using fine motor skills and strong attention to detail
• CPR certification

Qualifications

• Graduation from a school of radiology technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Reasonable experience in diagnostic radiography or computerized tomography

Nice to Have

• CT certification and previous CT experience
• PACS experience
• Proficient computer skills
• EPIC experience
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ingenuity, creativity and professionalism

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits

Certifications