Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled CT Technologist to join our team. This is a full-time position working nights.
This role will involve performing diagnostic CT exams, verifying patient identity, and reviewing medical records. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Perform diagnostic CT exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment.
Verify patient identity and review patient's medical record for appropriateness of exam or procedure.
Interview patients to obtain, verify or update medical history and assess risk factors such as medications, pregnancy and/or psychological indicators.
Explain procedures to patients, including side effects of pharmaceuticals administered, risks, benefits, alternatives and follow-up.
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 but not limited to 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 Technologist (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
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 request and prescriptions; ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse atmosphere with a variety of hospital personnel and/or patients.
Technical knowledge necessary to operate equipment including but not limited to 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. Physical ability to stand, bend, push, pull, reach and lift in order to provide patient care.
Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate and utilize all types of imaging equipment and supplies in order to produce images of acceptable diagnostic quality.
Benefits
A $5,000 sign on bonus is available for candidates who meet the required qualifications.
DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital offers a comprehensive heart center, cancer care, gerontology, emergency medicine, obstetrics/gynecology and cosmetic services.
The hospital operates more than 21 outpatient care sites and ambulatory surgery centers throughout Wayne and Oakland Counties.
It is one of 10 hospitals in the nation to be awarded a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grant to help set the standards of cardiac care for hospitals and physicians throughout the nation.