Henry Ford Health System
CT Technologist - FULL Time- 40 Hours - Afternoons
Henry Ford Health System, Grand Blanc, Michigan, United States, 48480
General Summary
Up to $7,500 Sign‑on Bonus
Full Time benefit eligible
Shift: FT 40 hours per week, afternoon shift 3:00‑03:30 a.m. weekdays, and 11:00 a.m.‑11:30 p.m. on rotating weekends
Responsibilities
Perform computed tomography procedures
Collaborate on patient clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for the Radiologist.
Prepare patient for procedures; provide instruction to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and help minimize anxiety.
Operate CT 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 patient’s ability and comfort.
Immobilize patient as required for appropriate examination.
Apply principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
Assume responsibility for the provision of physical and psychological needs of patient during procedures.
Assist Radiologist/Physician during interventional CT procedures and assume aseptic surgical techniques.
Understand methods and perform venipuncture (using aseptic techniques).
In agreement with institutional policies prepare, identify and/or administer contrast media.
Evaluate images for technical quality, manipulate display parameters, utilize Retrospective Reformations, Post Processing Reformations and FMPR(s). Provide 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 responsibility for assigned area and report equipment malfunctions.
Provide practical instruction for students.
May be responsible for inventory control and the purchase of supplies for assigned area.
Maintain knowledge of and observe Universal precautions.
Understand and apply patient relation skills.
Perform routine cleaning of all CT equipment.
Pursue appropriate continuing education.
Positively identify patients using two‑patient identifiers.
Perform other duties under the scope of computerized topography.
Essential Functions
Ability to be mobile and have normal manual dexterity.
Effectively communicate orally, in writing, and by phone with staff, physicians, and patients.
Assist, move, transfer, support, and lift patients.
Ability to move standard radiological equipment.
Plan, follow directions, and problem‑solve.
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 with exposure to communicable and infectious diseases and hazardous ionizing radiation.
Orientation Requirements Complete Genesys new‑hire orientation and department orientation.
Education / Experience Required
Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program with 4‑6 weeks training in CT scanning.
At least 1 year of experience in general radiology, including 6‑12 months working with CT scanners.
Certification / Licenses Required
Certified BLS Provider specializing in Basic Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 90 days of hire.
Technician Radiologic Technologist specializing in Computed Tomography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 18 months of hire. Obtain CT registration within 16 months following transfer to CT position (12 weeks onsite training, then pass CT registry within 1 year).
Additional Information
Organization: Henry Ford Health Genesys Hospital
Department: Computerized Tomography CT‑001
Shift: Evening Job
Union Code: MIGRA Teamsters Tech Local 332
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Full Time benefit eligible
Shift: FT 40 hours per week, afternoon shift 3:00‑03:30 a.m. weekdays, and 11:00 a.m.‑11:30 p.m. on rotating weekends
Responsibilities
Perform computed tomography procedures
Collaborate on patient clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for the Radiologist.
Prepare patient for procedures; provide instruction to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and help minimize anxiety.
Operate CT 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 patient’s ability and comfort.
Immobilize patient as required for appropriate examination.
Apply principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
Assume responsibility for the provision of physical and psychological needs of patient during procedures.
Assist Radiologist/Physician during interventional CT procedures and assume aseptic surgical techniques.
Understand methods and perform venipuncture (using aseptic techniques).
In agreement with institutional policies prepare, identify and/or administer contrast media.
Evaluate images for technical quality, manipulate display parameters, utilize Retrospective Reformations, Post Processing Reformations and FMPR(s). Provide 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 responsibility for assigned area and report equipment malfunctions.
Provide practical instruction for students.
May be responsible for inventory control and the purchase of supplies for assigned area.
Maintain knowledge of and observe Universal precautions.
Understand and apply patient relation skills.
Perform routine cleaning of all CT equipment.
Pursue appropriate continuing education.
Positively identify patients using two‑patient identifiers.
Perform other duties under the scope of computerized topography.
Essential Functions
Ability to be mobile and have normal manual dexterity.
Effectively communicate orally, in writing, and by phone with staff, physicians, and patients.
Assist, move, transfer, support, and lift patients.
Ability to move standard radiological equipment.
Plan, follow directions, and problem‑solve.
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 with exposure to communicable and infectious diseases and hazardous ionizing radiation.
Orientation Requirements Complete Genesys new‑hire orientation and department orientation.
Education / Experience Required
Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program with 4‑6 weeks training in CT scanning.
At least 1 year of experience in general radiology, including 6‑12 months working with CT scanners.
Certification / Licenses Required
Certified BLS Provider specializing in Basic Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 90 days of hire.
Technician Radiologic Technologist specializing in Computed Tomography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 18 months of hire. Obtain CT registration within 16 months following transfer to CT position (12 weeks onsite training, then pass CT registry within 1 year).
Additional Information
Organization: Henry Ford Health Genesys Hospital
Department: Computerized Tomography CT‑001
Shift: Evening Job
Union Code: MIGRA Teamsters Tech Local 332
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