Radiologic Technologist-Computed Tomography
16001 West Nine Mile Road Southfield, MI 48075 US
Job Description
- Under general supervision, specializes in the performance of computerized tomographic radiological procedures on patients.
- Explains examination procedure to patients and prepares patient for the examination.
- Reviews clinical data on requisition and performs appropriate examination.
- Obtains additional information about the patient medical history as necessary.
- Prepares procedure room and regularly replenishes stock such as linen and related supplies.
- Analyzes anatomical structure of patient, sets up equipment and performs the CT scan.
- Manually controls the equipment to obtain the proper diagnostic information from the area of the body being studied.
- Administers intravenous contrast media and monitors patient for possible reactions.
- May prepare and set up sterile equipment, monitors, and supplies required for the procedure.
- Assists Radiologist in performing complex sterile diagnostic procedures such as biopsies.
- Performs all imaging procedures by demonstrating the principles of radiation protection.
- Resolves any/all image exceptions and ensures high quality image delivery into PACS.
- Completes all study indexing in the Radiology Information System.
- Demonstrates team member standards of excellence including open communication and positive attitude.
- Performs all documentation in the medical record as necessary.
- Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards, and behaviors.
- Must possess personal qualities such as being self-directed, flexible, and committed to teamwork.
- May work in the hospital with a fixed unit or in an ambulatory Mobile Unit.
- May be exposed to radiation and potentially contagious patients.
- Occasionally may lift and/or move equipment and/or patients that would be in excess of 10 lbs.
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
- Must maintain required hours of continued medical education.
- BLS certification required.
- Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) and the advanced registry in Computed Tomography (CT) or registry-eligible.