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Henry Ford Health System

CT Technologist- Full Time - 36 Hours - Days

Henry Ford Health System, Grand Blanc, Michigan, United States, 48480

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Full Time Benefit Eligible

Up to $7,500 sign on bonus

Shift: FT

36 hours

per week, DAY Shift 7:00am-7:30pm-

every other weekend and holiday rotation

required

Responsible for performing all CT procedures without requiring constant supervision. Can exercise independent judgment and initiative to produce high quality diagnostic images, using proper positioning technique and radiation safety practices (ALARA). The Technologist must have the ability to set up and

monitor

the operations of computerized tomography equipment such as the computer, optical disc unit, gantry, power injector, and use laser images to produce hard copy

images(

when needed). Must have

and

understanding of protocols and procedures used in CT scanning. Work directly with patients,

physicians

and fellow associates. Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to provide care to the age group(s) served.

Perform computed tomography procedures.

Collaborate

patients

clinical history with procedure, assuring information is documented and available for the Radiologist. B. Prepares patient for procedures; providing instruction to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and help minimize anxiety. C.

Operates

computed tomographic equipment and accessories (perform tube warm-ups and calibrations daily).

Select

appropriate program

for the desired protocol.

Position patient to best

demonstrate

anatomic area of interest, respecting

patients

ability and comfort.

Immobilize

patient

as

required

for

appropriate examination

.

Applies principles of radiation protection, when

appropriate

, to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.

Assume responsibility for provision of physical and psychological needs of patient during procedures.

Assist the Radiologist/Physician during interventional CT

procedures, and

assumes aseptic surgical techniques.

Understand methods and

is capable of performing

venipuncture (using aseptic techniques).

In agreement with institutional

policies

prepares,

identifies

and/or administers contrast media.

Evaluate images for technical quality, manipulates display parameters, has knowledge of Retrospective Reformations, Post Processing Reformations and FMPR s (provides hardcopy films when necessary).

Maintain archival storage of digitized data as

appropriate

.

Initiate basic life support actions when necessary.

Provide patient education.

Assist

in

maintaining

patient records, respecting

confidentiality

and Institutional policies.

Assume responsibly for assigned area and reports equipment malfunctions.

Provide practical instruction for students.

Maybe responsible

for the control of inventory and purchase of supplies for assigned area.

Maintain knowledge of and

observes

Universal precautions.

Understand and

applies

patient relation skills.

Perform routine cleaning of all CT equipment.

Pursue

appropriate continuing

education.

Positively

identifies

patients using 2-patient identifiers.

Other duties under scope of computerized topography.

Essential Functions:

Ability to be mobile and have normal manual dexterity.

Must effectively communicate orally, written, by phone, with staff,

physicians

patients.

Assist, move, transfer,

support

and lift patients.

Ability to move standard Radiological equipment.

Ability to plan, follow directions and

problem solve

.

Ability to teach and instruct.

Knowledge to learn to

operate

the Medical Center s PACS and Radiology Information System.

Working

Conditions:.

Work in a normal patient care environment, where there are exposures to communicable and infectious

diseases. Work requires exposure to hazardous ionizing radiation.

Orientation

Requirements:.

Must complete Genesys new hire orientation and department orientation.

The above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties,

responsibilities

or qualifications for the people so classified, nor is it intended to limit or

modify

in any way, the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. The most recently dated job description on file in the Human Resources Department will be considered the official job description.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Requires a graduate of an Accredited Radiologic Technology Program with 4 -

6 weeks

training in CT scanning.

Requires 1 or more

year

experience in general Radiology, which includes 6 to 12

months

experience working with CT scanners.

CERTIFICATION/LICENCES REQUIRED:

Certified BLS Provider specializing in Basic Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date

required

.

Technician Radiologic Technologist specializing in Computed Tomography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 18 Months (1 1/2 year) of hire date or job transfer date. Must obtain CT registration within 16 months following transfer to CT position (

12 weeks

onsite training, then pass CT registry within 1 year)

required

.

Additional Information

Organization: Henry Ford Health Genesys Hospital

Department: Computerized Tomography Ct 001

Shift: Day Job

Union Code: MIGRA Teamsters Tech Local 332

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