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HonorVet Technologies

Radiologic Technologist-Computed Tomography

HonorVet Technologies, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48201

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Radiologic Technologist-Computed Tomography

CT Technologist Location: Detroit, MI 48236 Duration: 13-week contract with extension possibility Shift: 3X12 hour Fri/Sat/Sun 630a-7pm Duties: 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 performing study. Demonstrates on a consistent basis Team member standard 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. Skills: Must have at least 1-2 years of CT experience. License/Certification: Current active ARRT BLS (AHA)