We are looking for a Radiologic Technologist-Computed Tomography for the Detroit area. Three 12 hour days – 6pm-630am
Duties:
Under general supervision, specializes in the performance of computerized tomographic radiological procedures on patients. May perform general diagnostic radiology examinations. Performs related duties as required.
Required Experience:
Previous general radiography experience, ability to operate CT equipment.
Required Education:
-High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
-Must maintain required hours of continued medical education.
Required Certification & Licensure:
-BLS
-Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) and the advanced registry in Computed Tomography (CT) or registry-eligible.
Essential Functions:
-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.
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