MetaSense
Radiologic Technologist-Computed Tomography
MetaSense, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228
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.
Essential Functions: -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: may involve 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.
Required Skills & Experience: Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the facilities Customer Service Policy and summarized below: -Communication. -Ownership. -Understanding. -Motivation. -Sensitivity. -Excellence. -Teamwork. -Respect. -Must practice the customer skills as provided through on-going training and in-services. -Must possess the following personal qualities: -Be self-directed. -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. Physical Demands/Working Conditions: -May work in the hospital with a fixed unit or in an ambulatory Mobile Unit at one of the Medical Centers. -May be potentially exposed to radiation if proper precautions are not utilized. May be exposed to high-voltage equipment. -May be exposed to potentially contagious patients. -Occasionally may lift and/or move equipment and/or patients that would be in excess of 10 lbs.
Required Education: -High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required. -Must maintain required hours of continued medical education.
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.
Education: High School Diploma Certifications: ARRT (CT) and BLS
Schedule : 6:00pm - 6:00am. This is a Midnight shift. 40 hours a week plus every other weekend. Flexible on shift hours and will offer 8, 10 or 12 hour shifts Block Scheduling: No On Call: No
Level I Trauma Center
Essential Functions: -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: may involve 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.
Required Skills & Experience: Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the facilities Customer Service Policy and summarized below: -Communication. -Ownership. -Understanding. -Motivation. -Sensitivity. -Excellence. -Teamwork. -Respect. -Must practice the customer skills as provided through on-going training and in-services. -Must possess the following personal qualities: -Be self-directed. -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. Physical Demands/Working Conditions: -May work in the hospital with a fixed unit or in an ambulatory Mobile Unit at one of the Medical Centers. -May be potentially exposed to radiation if proper precautions are not utilized. May be exposed to high-voltage equipment. -May be exposed to potentially contagious patients. -Occasionally may lift and/or move equipment and/or patients that would be in excess of 10 lbs.
Required Education: -High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required. -Must maintain required hours of continued medical education.
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.
Education: High School Diploma Certifications: ARRT (CT) and BLS
Schedule : 6:00pm - 6:00am. This is a Midnight shift. 40 hours a week plus every other weekend. Flexible on shift hours and will offer 8, 10 or 12 hour shifts Block Scheduling: No On Call: No
Level I Trauma Center