CT Technologist

Trinity Health • Grand Rapids, MI

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist will be responsible for preparing patients, operating CT scanning equipment, evaluating image quality, and ensuring patient safety and comfort during examinations. This role involves administering contrast media, utilizing radiation protection, managing patient scheduling and inquiries, and explaining procedures to patients.

Requirements

• Completion of American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) approved Radiologic Technology or Nuclear Technology program.
• Must be currently registered by the American registry of radiologic technologists (ARRT), the Canadian association of medical radiation technologists (CAMRT), or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
• Must maintain continuing education credits per biennium to retain registry status in compliance with the CE requirements of the certifying organization for the imaging modality in which services are performed. At least 2 of these credits must be in CT.
• Document at least 20 hours of training and experience in operating CT equipment, radiation physics, and radiation protection or have the advanced certification in computed tomography from the ARRT.
• Certification or re-certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within three months of hire.
• Ability to lift up to a maximum of 35lbs. and perform push/pull tasks that require a maximum force of 35 lbs.
• ARRT(CT), and/or must obtain the ARRT(CT) within one year of hire.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience performing CT scans.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient by establishing necessary intravenous medications (IV) and administering oral and/or IV contrast media
• Produces computerized tomography scans by entering patient data, programming the scanner, and the power injector
• Evaluates the quality of images and films all images
• Utilizes radiation protection devices and protocols, and infection control policies and procedures
• Schedules and charges patients, retrieves films, and facilitates physician/patient inquiries
• Explains exam and procedures, and acquires patient history
• Monitors safety and comfort of patient through the exam

Benefits

• Day-1 Benefits
• Low-cost benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 403B retirement and more.
• Paid holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)Up to 18 days of PTO your first year!
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competency based increases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree