Computerized Tomography Technologist

About This Role

Perform high-quality diagnostic CT procedures, applying radiation protection principles and administering correct contrast media to minimize patient exposure. Respond to changing patient conditions and maintain aseptic technique.

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.
• Effectively communicate with patients to obtain important clinical information, instruct the patient, relieve anxiety, and gain agreement during procedures
• Legibly complete protocol sheets as well as document own actions and patient responses, notes to Radiologist which include handwritten notes on the protocol form and/or computer data entry
• Receive, relay, and document verbal, written, and electronic orders in the patient's medical record

Requirements

• 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
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients
• Understand and apply Guest Relations skills and display excellent customer service skills
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
• Demonstrated excellent collaboration skills
• Ability to legibly complete protocol sheets and document actions/patient responses
• Function effectively under dynamic and stressful conditions
• Adapt to changing environments (flexible schedules, emergency conditions, protocol development, technology advancements)
• Graduation from a school of radiology technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Registration by the ARRT (R)
• Dependability
• Excellent social and communication skills
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ingenuity, creativity and integrity
• Demonstrated understanding with all age-appropriate guidelines for communication, positioning, radiation dose and radiation protection
• 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
• Ability to receive, relay, and document verbal, written, and electronic orders in the patient's medical record
• Display dexterity using fine motor skills and have strong attention to detail
• CPR certification
• Reasonable experience in diagnostic radiography or computerized tomography
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

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 Advance Modality Certification (within 2 years from hire/transfer date, first exam attempt within 12 months)
• CT certification and previous CT experience
• PACS Experience
• Proficient computer skills
• EPIC experience

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits

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