CAR-IMAGING TECH II - CT TECH

Sparrow•Carson City, MI

40d

About The Position

Positions Location: Carson City, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job: Participates in technical duties directly involved with the CT scanner including developing, initiating and monitoring procedures for the effective utilization of this unit. Essential Duties: This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

Requirements

Current certification in basic life support/CPR.
ARRT Required
Registration by the A.R.R.T.
Must have additional (or working towards) certification registry in CT and basic Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and computer experience.
Minimum of 2 years of radiologic experience
High School Diploma or GED.
Must have good communication, writing, math, reasoning, and computer skills
Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job.

Nice To Haves

Previous CT experience preferred.
inpatient experience in all modes of patient care

Responsibilities

Maintains equipment for proper imaging
Sets up and adjusts equipment dependent on the exam
Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements. Explains and prepares the patient for the exam requested.
Assists in the administration and administers various chemical substances to render specific organs or systems more opaque.
Reviews patient charts and requests with the radiologist to ensure the proper examination and diagnostic results are obtained.
Quality controls all images, maintains inventory, and adheres to safety regulations. Participates in training of department personnel, including students.
Must be available for on-call status, as needed, after normal operating hours and must work all shifts and rotate through the radiology department as needed.
Performs general office duties and compiles reports as needed.
Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job-related hazards.
Follows the hospital exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.