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Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated CT Technologist to join our team in Detroit, Michigan. This is a full-time night shift position at DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital.
">Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic CT exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment.
- Verify patient identity and review medical records for appropriateness of exam or procedure.
- Interview patients to obtain, verify or update medical history and assess risk factors.
- Explain procedures to patients, including side effects of pharmaceuticals administered, risks, benefits, alternatives and follow-up instructions.
- Set up equipment and acquire appropriate images as per script.
- Review images, make initial observations, document exceptions from established protocols and communicate data to radiologists.
- Recognize and respond to medical emergencies as appropriate.
- Provide physician-prescribed post care instructions to patients.
- Participate in process improvement activities within radiology practice, including quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis and patient satisfaction.
- Provide imaging education to residents, student technologists and new employees.
Qualifications
- Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiology (R) or Computed Tomography (CT) preferred.
- Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support - Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.
- One or more years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology or advanced certification in Computed Tomography (CT).
Skills Required
- Analytical and clinical skills necessary to determine the most age-appropriate method of providing requested radiographs specific to patient's physical ability and/or limitations.
- Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal effectively with and instruct patients who may be under physical/emotional stress.
- Ability to comprehend and follow physicians' verbal and written requests and prescriptions.
- Technical knowledge necessary to operate equipment, including all specialized equipment and computers.
- Ability to work productively and effectively within a complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities.
- Knowledge and understanding of American College of Radiology requirements for accreditation.
- Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting and positioning of patients.
Benefits
$5,000 Sign on Bonus offered to qualified candidates. Apply today!
Equal Employment Opportunity
DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.