Radiologic Technologist-Computed Tomography

Optech, LLC

  • Detroit, MI
  • 13 days ago

    Highlights

    Performs all imaging procedures by demonstrating the principles of radiation protection, including shielding of patients, selection of appropriate equipment settings to reduction dose, using other ALARA techniques, etc. PACS: resolves any/all image exceptions and ensures high quality image delivery into PACS; including viewing of images into PACS, and confirming image/series counts.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDetroit, MI

    Description

    Radiologic Technologist-Computed Tomography

    Detroit

    • Michigan

    Contract

    Title: Radiologic Technologist-Computed Tomography

    Location: Onsite - Detroit, MI

    Shift Hours

    2pm - 2:30am, every other weekend

    Schedule Notes

    • Minimum Exp: 2 years
    • Education: High School Diploma
    • Certifications: ARRT (CT) and BLS
    • Facility: Level I Trauma Center
    • Schedule: 2pm - 2:30am, every other weekend
    • Block Scheduling: No

    Job Summary

    Under general supervision, specializes in the performance of computerized tomographic radiological procedures on patients. May perform general diagnostic radiology examinations. Performs related duties as required.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Explains examination procedure to patients and prepares patient for the examination.

    • Reviews clinical data on requisition and performs appropriate examination. Obtains additional information about the patient medical history as necessary.

    • Prepares procedure room and regularly replenishes stock such as linen and related supplies.

    • Analyzes anatomical structure of patient, sets up equipment and performs the CT scan.

    • Manually controls the equipment to obtain the proper diagnostic information from the area of the body being studied.

    • Administers intravenous contrast media to including utilization of power injectors.

    • Monitors patient for possible reactions as appropriate to the study and provides immediate care to patient if a reaction should occur.

    • May prepare and set up sterile equipment, monitors, and supplies required for the procedure to be performed.

    • Ensures the adequate supplies are on hand and properly stored.

    • Assists Radiologist in performing complex sterile diagnostic procedures such as biopsies.

    • Performs all imaging procedures by demonstrating the principles of radiation protection, including shielding of patients, selection of appropriate equipment settings to reduction dose, using other ALARA techniques, etc.

    • PACS: resolves any/all image exceptions and ensures high quality image delivery into PACS; including viewing of images into PACS, and confirming image/series counts.

    • RIS: completes all study indexing; including study begin, study end, and the completion of the study in the Radiology Information System.

    • Reviews and confirms as necessary with Radiologist clinical protocols before preforming study.

    • Demonstrates on a consistent basis Team member standards of excellence including: AIDET, open communication, responding in a timely manner, displaying a positive attitude, fostering innovation, respecting diversity, etc.

    • Performs all documentation in the medical record as necessary, as well as within the radiology information system to support all clinical and billing functions.

    Qualifications

    Required

    • High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.

    • Must maintain required hours of continued medical education.

    • Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the HFHS' Customer Service Policy.

    • Communication.

    • Ownership.

    • Understanding.

    • Motivation.

    • Sensitivity.

    • Excellence.

    • Teamwork.

    • Respect.

    • Must practice the customer skills as provided through on-going training and in-services.

    • Must be self-directed.

    • Must be flexible and committed to the team concept.

    • Demonstrate teamwork, initiative and willingness to learn.

    • Be open to new learning experiences.

    • Accepts and respects deversity without judgment.

    • Demonstrates customer service values.

    • Minimum 2 years of experience.

    REQUIRED CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

    • BLS.

    • Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) and the advanced registry in Computed Tomography (CT) or registry-eligible.

    • ARRT (CT)

    Working Conditions

    Position may be based in a hospital or ambulatory/mobile imaging setting. Exposure to radiation, high-voltage equipment, and infectious diseases is possible with appropriate safety precautions. Position may require assisting with patient transfers and moving equipment.

    Why work at OpTech?

    OpTech is a woman-owned company that values your ideas, encourages your growth, and always has your back. When you work at OpTech, not only do you get health and dental benefits, but you also have training opportunities, flexible/remote work options, growth opportunities, 401K and competitive pay. Apply today!

    By submitting your application, you acknowledge that recruiting technologies, including AI-assisted tools, may be used to support candidate evaluation, sourcing, matching, and communications.

    OpTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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