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 also perform general diagnostic radiology examinations. The role includes preparing patients and examination areas, operating CT equipment, administering intravenous contrast, supporting radiologists with complex sterile procedures, and ensuring accurate imaging and documentation. The position is part-time, scheduled for afternoon shifts totaling 20 hours per week, with a rotating schedule every third weekend. It is located at the Cancer Center at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit and is benefit eligible. A sign-on bonus of up to $4,167 is offered.

Requirements

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

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 as necessary.
Prepare procedure rooms and replenish linen and other 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 during imaging, 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 reviewing images and confirming 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 radiologists 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 necessary medical-record and radiology information system documentation to support clinical and billing functions.
Maintain required continuing-education hours.