CT Technologist
Mount Clemens, Michigan
McLaren Macomb

Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist

Role Summary

Coordinates and participates in computerized tomography scanning procedures. Sets up, monitors, and operates complex computerized equipment for diagnostic purposes.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of CT Technologist experience
• CT Technologist experience within the last year
• BLS
• ARRT
• Experience with Philips imaging equipment
• Must work 2 of the 3 upcoming holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years

Preferred Qualifications

• Traveler experience

Responsibilities

• Sets up and monitors computer operation of C.T. equipment per patient
• Transfers and positions patients using accepted safety and lifting techniques
• Applies immobilization devices as needed
• Provides patient identification and obtains allergy and medical history information
• Prepares and injects contrast media intravenously as needed for the examination
• Makes and develops images for permanent file
• Records studies on magnetic tape for future reference
• Organizes the daily patient schedule
• Maintains image quality and performs daily calibration and quality control
• Ensures proper repair of equipment is performed
• Handles electronic/digital image capture, storage, transfer, and copy
• Monitors patients for allergic reactions and assists with emergency medical situations, including basic CPR
• Maintains cleanliness of the work environment and department inventory levels
• Instructs new personnel as needed
• Assists Radiologists and other physician specialists with specialized radiological procedures
• Reviews and records pertinent patient history and supportive clinical data
• Maintains registry in accordance with regulatory agency requirements
• Participates in quality assessments and continuous quality improvement activities

Assignment Details

• Contract length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Days
• Hours per day: 8
• Employment type: Temp
• Location: Mount Clemens, Michigan
• Unit/setting: 288-bed tertiary teaching hospital

Additional Notes

• References not required
• Dress code: Navy Blue Scrubs
• EMR: Cerner