CT Technologist - Cancer Center

Henry Ford Health•Detroit, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the CT Technologist specializes in performing computerized tomographic radiological procedures on patients and may perform general diagnostic radiology examinations. The position is located at the Cancer Center at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit and is part-time, with afternoon hours and a rotating schedule that includes every third weekend. It is benefit eligible. The technologist explains procedures to patients, prepares them for examinations, reviews clinical information, and performs appropriate imaging studies. The role includes operating CT equipment, administering intravenous contrast media, assisting radiologists with complex sterile diagnostic procedures such as biopsies, and following radiation-protection principles. It also includes maintaining image quality and records in PACS and the Radiology Information System, completing required medical-record documentation, and demonstrating team-member standards of excellence.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and advanced registration in Computed Tomography (CT), or eligibility for the CT registry.
If registry eligible, obtain CT registry within 12 months of hire; failure to do so results in termination from the Rad Tech-CT position.
Healthcare Provider certification (BCLS).
Maintain required continuing-education hours.

Responsibilities

Explain examination procedures to patients and prepare them for examinations.
Review clinical data on requisitions, perform appropriate examinations, and obtain additional patient medical-history information when necessary.
Prepare the procedure room and replenish linen and related supplies.
Analyze patient anatomy, set up equipment, and perform CT scans.
Manually control equipment to obtain appropriate diagnostic information from the area being studied.
Administer intravenous contrast media, including use of power injectors.
Assist radiologists with complex sterile diagnostic procedures, such as biopsies.
Apply radiation-protection principles, including patient shielding, appropriate equipment settings to reduce dose, and other ALARA techniques.
Resolve image exceptions and ensure high-quality image delivery into PACS, including image review and confirmation of image and series counts.
Complete study indexing in the Radiology Information System, including study begin, study end, and study completion.
Review and confirm clinical protocols with the radiologist as necessary before performing studies.
Demonstrate team-member standards of excellence, including AIDET, open communication, timely responses, a positive attitude, fostering innovation, and respect for diversity.
Complete documentation in the medical record and Radiology Information System to support clinical and billing functions.
Maintain required continuing-education hours.