CT Technologist

REGIONAL MEDICAL IMAGING•Flint, MI

14d

About The Position

The CT Technologist operates a computed tomography scanner to produce cross-sectional radiographs of patients for diagnostic purposes. The role includes confirming patient identity, selecting and adjusting scan protocols, positioning patients, administering contrast media, monitoring patient safety, and reviewing images for quality. The technologist must be able to work independently and adjust scanning protocols when a manager is unavailable. The position also requires supporting the corporation’s mission, vision, and values, maintaining required certifications and continuing education, and following ARRT, State of Michigan, and organizational policies and procedures. This is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt position with flexible afternoon (second-shift) hours, Monday through Friday. It includes a $500 sign-on bonus, paid as $250 after 30 days of employment and $250 after 90 days.

Requirements

Two years of college or a technical training program approved by J-Cert and/or ARRT.
Board certification in Radiology (R) and Computed Tomography (CT).
Ability to work independently without direct supervision and adjust scanning protocols when a manager is not in the building and cannot be reached by phone.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and histories and respond to internal emails.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and coworkers and understand their responses.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and interpret a wide variety of technical instructions.
Ability to carry objects up to 50 pounds and to stand, stoop, lift, and walk without restrictions.
Hold ARRT certification and be CT registered.
Maintain continuing education in accordance with ARRT, ACR, and State of Michigan requirements.

Nice To Haves

RT(R) and CT board certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Verify each patient’s identity using name and birthdate.
Maintain a professional attitude when handling stat requests and fitting in patients as needed.
Administer oral contrast and/or establish an IV line for intravenous contrast; safely start, maintain, and administer IV contrast.
Enter scan information and adjust technical parameters, including slice thickness and scan time, at the operator’s console.
Position and immobilize patients using supportive devices, following Radiologist protocols.
Select the appropriate CT protocol for the anatomic region ordered by the referring physician.
Communicate with patients face to face and over the intercom system.
Observe patients through the control room window to help ensure their safety, especially during IV contrast administration.
Review images for quality and gross pathology.
Use the iStat blood analyzer to obtain creatinine and GFR levels.
Know the items in the drug/crash cart and their uses, and assist the Radiologist and/or nursing staff during contrast reactions or emergencies.
Use PACS, RIS, Management pages, and general computer systems to complete job tasks.
Burn CDs from the scanner or PACS in viewer and DICOM formats, and import data from CDs to the scanner.
Assist with lifting in other departments when possible.
Obtain and maintain appropriate certifications and stay current with continuing education.
Complete annual BLS and OSHA/Blood Borne Pathogen certifications and follow ARRT and State of Michigan guidelines, as well as RMI standard operating procedures and policies.
Support the corporation’s mission, vision, and values.