CT Technologist

Company: Corewell Health
Location: Birmingham
Posted on: October 24, 2024

Job Description:

Job Description Turns out you can earn a living doing a job you love. Now offering increased pay rates and a $15,000 sign on bonus for this full-time, CT Technologist position. GENERAL SUMMARY: Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures performs diagnostic CT exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment. Technologists must demonstrate good clinical skills and provide the best possible images for interpretation while applying ALARA principles of radiation protection. Always follows Corewell Health philosophy of Patient and Family Centered Care. ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Verifies patient identification and physician order.
• Provides procedural information/education to the patient/family prior to each exam.
• Acquires an accurate patient history and documents in the medical record. Performs CT and related patient care procedures using age-appropriate methods for patient's physical ability and/or limitations.
• Places IV's as required for injection of contrast media. Proficiently operates CT imaging equipment and performs necessary quality control and quality assurance testing.
• Monitors patients during procedures to ensure patient safety.
• Ensures STAT requests are relayed to radiologist in a timely manner.
• Ensures equipment is wiped down and sanitized between patients and exam room is clean and properly stocked with linen and supplies.
• Accurately and efficiently uses hospital computer systems for verifying orders, viewing schedules and sending information to PAC's.
• Use effective inter/intra-departmental communication and participates with medical staff, management, technical and support staff. STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Education / Training:
  • Graduate of Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) Accredited Radiography program. Work Experience :
    • 1-3 years of clinical experience preferred. Certification, Licensure, Registration :
      • 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. Other Qualifications :
        • Basic Life Support Certification for Healthcare Providers from The American Heart Association and/or The American Red Cross at hire. BENEFITS: Corewell Health offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health and life-work balance goals.
          • NEW On-demand pay program - powered by Payactiv
          • Generous paid time off, holidays and flexible scheduling
          • Our employees receive 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, identify theft protection and even home and auto insurance
          • Free onsite parking at all campuses People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of more than 60,000 dedicated people - including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities - and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness. This is where extraordinary begins. Find out where it can take you and your career. Apply Now! Primary Location SITE - Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Road - Royal Oak Department Name Diagnostic Radiology CT Scan - Royal Oak Employment Type Full time Shift Evening (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 1 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. OR 3 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Days Worked 4- 10 hour shifts Weekend Frequency Every third weekend CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team. You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

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