What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Technologist position at Corewell Health?
Diagnostic CT Technologist Job Summary
Corewell Health is seeking a skilled Diagnostic CT Technologist to join our team. As a Diagnostic CT Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic CT exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment. You will work under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures to ensure the best possible images for interpretation while applying ALARA principles of radiation protection.
Key Responsibilities:
- Verify patient identification and physician order
- Provide procedural information/education to patients/families prior to each exam
- Acquire an accurate patient history and document in the medical record
- Perform CT and related patient care procedures using age-appropriate methods for patient's physical ability and/or limitations
- Place IV's as required for injection of contrast media
- Operate CT imaging equipment and perform necessary quality control and quality assurance testing
- Monitor patients during procedures to ensure patient safety
- Ensure STAT requests are relayed to radiologist in a timely manner
- Ensure equipment is wiped down and sanitized between patients and exam room is clean and properly stocked with linen and supplies
- Accurately and efficiently use hospital computer systems for verifying orders, viewing schedules, and sending information to PAC's
Requirements:
- Graduate of Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) Accredited Radiography program
- 1-3 years of clinical experience preferred
- Certification by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Must remain in good standing with the ARRT
- Additional CT certification required within 1 year of hire with the exception; Technologists working in the CT modality before 2008 are exempt from obtaining the additional CT modality certification
Benefits:
- New on-demand pay program – powered by Payactiv
- Generous paid time off, holidays, and flexible scheduling
- Special discounts on a wide range of products and services
- Exceptional health, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance plans
- Relocation assistance
- Generous retirement savings, disability insurance, identity theft protection, and home and auto insurance
- Free onsite parking at all campuses