CT Technologist
Detroit, Michigan
Henry Ford Hospital

Radiologic Technologist – Computed Tomography

Location

Detroit, Michigan

Contract

13 weeks

Schedule

• Midnights, 6p–6a
• Every other weekend
• Weekend rotation required
• Block scheduling available
• No on-call

Setting

• CT imaging for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department patients
• May also work in a hospital-based fixed unit or ambulatory mobile unit

Required Qualifications

• CT Technologist experience within the last year
• CT Technologist (1 year of experience)
• ARRT (CT)
• BLS issued by American Heart Association
• A high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Key Responsibilities

• Perform CT and, when needed, general diagnostic radiology examinations
• Prepare patients and explain procedures
• Review clinical data and obtain additional patient history as needed
• Set up equipment, perform scans, and control equipment to obtain diagnostic images
• Administer IV contrast media and monitor for reactions
• Assist with sterile procedures and biopsies
• Follow radiation protection and ALARA principles
• Complete image handling and study documentation in PACS and RIS
• Confirm protocols with the radiologist as needed
• Document in the medical record and radiology information system

Work Conditions

• May be exposed to radiation, high-voltage equipment, and contagious patients
• May need to lift or move equipment or patients over 10 lbs

Preferred Experience

• GE and Siemens experience
• Prior hospital environment experience

Additional Notes

• Must be able to work independently in a high-volume setting
• Continued medical education is required