Computed Tomography Technologist at McLaren Health Care
Caro, Michigan, United States -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Computed Tomography, Radiographic Imaging, Patient Care, Radiation Safety, Medication Administration, Quality Assurance, Patient Positioning, BLS

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description
Position Summary: Produces computerized tomographic scanner radiographs of specific areas consistent with established policies and procedures at a technical level typically requiring general supervision. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Obtains patient history, explains standard procedures and addresses patient concerns to foster a sense of comfort and confidence to patients and ensure the needs of individual patients are met. Operates and maintains all assigned imaging department equipment including but not limited to tomography scanner equipment. In addition to conducting scans, prepares patients for these diagnostic procedures by explaining the process and positioning patients to correctly capture the images requested by a physician. Properly identifies, prepares and/or administers medications that are within the technologist’s scope of practice as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner. Completes quality assurance processes and practices radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patients, staff and self. Qualifications: Required: Certified as a computed tomography technologist If not CT certified, cross training from another ARRT modality to become CT certified within 12 months. Graduation from an AMA-approved school of radiology technology Certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT). Current BLS certification Preferred: Associate degree in radiology
Responsibilities
Produces computerized tomographic scanner radiographs and maintains imaging department equipment. Responsibilities include preparing patients, administering prescribed medications, and ensuring radiation safety protocols are followed.
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