CT Technologist

Company: Detroit Medical Center
Location: Detroit
Posted on: September 30, 2024

Job Description:

CT Technologist Job Opportunity
Seeking a skilled CT Technologist to perform diagnostic CT exams and provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Job Description
Under general supervision, performs diagnostic CT exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment. Verifies patient identity, reviews medical records, and assesses risk factors. Explains procedures to patients, sets up equipment, and acquires images as per script. Reviews images, documents exceptions, and communicates data to radiologists. Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies as appropriate.

Responsibilities

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• Verifies patient identity and reviews medical records for appropriateness of exam or procedure.
  
• Interviews patients to obtain, verify, or update medical history and assesses risk factors.
  
• Explains procedures to patients, including side effects of pharmaceuticals, risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow-up.
  
• Reviews images, makes initial observations, documents exceptions, and communicates data to radiologists.
  
• Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies as appropriate.
  
• Provides physician-prescribed post-care instructions to patients.
  
• Participates in process improvement activities within radiology practice.
  
• Provides imaging education to residents, student technologists, and new employees.
  
• Able to take call/standby as required by the department.
  
  
  Qualifications
  Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology (R) or Computed Tomography (CT) preferred. One or more years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) in Radiology or advanced certification in Computed Tomography (CT).
  
  Requirements
  
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  • Analytical and clinical skills necessary to determine the most age-appropriate method of providing requested radiographs.
    
  • Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to deal effectively with patients who may be under physical/emotional stress.
    
  • Technical knowledge necessary to operate equipment, including 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.
    
  • Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate and utilize all types of imaging equipment and supplies.
    
    
    About the Company
    The Detroit Medical Center (DMC) is a leading academically-integrated hospital system in Metro Detroit, with a long and rich history of medical education and patient care.
    
    Benefits
    
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    • Medical benefits
      
    • Dental benefits
      
    • Vision benefits
      
    • Employee assistance programs
      
    • Life insurance
      
    • Discount program
      

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