What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT TECH position at University of Michigan Health - Sparrow?
Positions Location: Lansing, MI
General Purpose of Job:
Perform CT images at multiple facility locations to provide quality patient care under the guidance of a radiologist.
Essential Duties:
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
- Provide patient positioning, injection or ingestion of contrast media, appropriate setting of computer techniques, demonstration of appropriate anatomy, collection of patient data, and compliance with sterile technique.
- Coordinate patient appointments with other diagnostic procedures.
- Communicate to the patient the entire process that the patient will undergo for CT examination.
- Provide quality control measures in the use of the CT equipment.
- Store and maintain patient records in appropriate storage medium.
- Reschedule patients during down-time.
- Complete all computer data entry requirements to assure timely completion and availability of study for physician interpretation
| General Requirements | * Must be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in radiography and CT. * Basic Life Support within 60 days of hire. |
| Work Experience | * Minimum two years' experience as a R.T. or specialized training in CT. |
| Education | * Associates Degree in Radiologic Technology. |
| Specialized Knowledge and Skills | * Demonstrate competence in assessing patient diagnosis and requested CT exam. * Trained in proper techniques of injecting contrast media and procedures employed in the event of contrast reaction. * Adept at customer service. * Ability to work at multiple locations. * Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job. |
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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| Shift | Variable |
| Degree Type / Education Level | Associate |
| Status | Per Diem |
| Facility | Sparrow Hospital |
| Experience Level | Under 4 Years |
