Radiology/CT Technologist - Per Diem

Emergency Care Specialists•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

The Radiologic Tech/CT Tech performs a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures. The Radiologic Tec/CT Tech uses a variety of radiologic equipment, computers, and detectors. Technologists must be able to provide basic maintenance, participate in the Quality Assurance program and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology
2 years of experience working in a clinical field
Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists; Must be in good standing with the ARRT.
CPR certification required within 90-days of hire.

Responsibilities

The Radiologic Tech/CT Tech is competent in performing all general radiologic exams and advanced level CT imaging procedures.
Retrieve radiologic orders from Electronic Medical record.
Acquires accurate patient history and documentation in the medical record. Checks the orders for complete information, proper exam, and procedures and schedules as needed.
Prepares patients for radiologic procedures. Escorts patients to dressing and Xray /CT room, provides verbal and/or written instructions, consents and assists patients in positioning body parts to be imaged. Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure patient care, safety, and comfort during exams.
Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties: providing explanations of treatments and answering questions.
Operate Radiologic equipment to produce images of the body part for diagnostic purposes.
Sets up trays, performs time out, prepares contrasts and Administers IV’s that contain contrast life or turns patients who are disabled, with assistance if needed. Applies dyes to enhance imaging as needed.
Position radiographic equipment and adjusts controls to set exposure time and distance according to specification of examination. Performs X-rays/CT exams following established radiographic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety.
Utilize ALARA standards for radiation safety measures and protection devices to ensure safety for patients and team members.
Accurately critique images to determine if they are of diagnostic quality and adjust factors if an image needs to be repeated.
Ensures radiologic equipment is in working order. Performs Quality Assurance testing to ensure proper calibration and optimal performance of equipment. Report equipment malfunction to Practice Manager or Supervisor.
Performs administrative duties including completing necessary forms, maintaining quality assurance and procedure logs.
May serve as a backup for a clinical team member as needed by controlling patient flow, performing ECG tests, Obtaining Blood pressure measurements and documenting Vital signs in the EHR.
Clean, disinfects and maintains all Xray and CT equipment.
Maintains radiology and CT supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory par levels; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
Performs all other duties as assigned.