Radiologic Technologist
Hi,We are hiring for our client, Please let me know if you are Interested.Job Title: Radiologic Technologist - Computed TomographyLocation: Grand Blanc, MIDuration: 14 Weeks Contract with Possible Extension.US Citizens or Green Card Required !Pay rate: $67 an hour (W2)Job Summary: • Under general supervision, specializes in performing computerized tomographic radiological procedures on patients. • May perform general diagnostic radiology examinations. • Performs related duties as required.Essential Functions: • Explains the examination procedure to patients and prepares the patient for the examination. • Reviews clinical data on the requisition and performs the appropriate examination. • Obtains additional information about the patient's medical history as necessary. • Prepares the procedure room and regularly replenishes stock such as linen and related supplies. • Analyzes the patient's anatomical structure, 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, including utilization of power injectors. • Monitors the patient for possible reactions as appropriate to the study and provides immediate care if a reaction occurs. • May prepare and set up sterile equipment, monitors, and supplies required for the procedure. • Ensures the adequate supplies are on hand and properly stored. • Assists the Radiologist in performing complex sterile diagnostic procedures such as biopsies. • Performs all imaging procedures by demonstrating the principles of radiation protection: may involve shielding of patients, selection of appropriate equipment settings to reduction dose, using other ALARA techniques, etc. • PACS: resolves any/all image exceptions and ensures high quality image delivery into PACS; including viewing of images into PACS, and confirming image/series counts. • RIS: completes all study indexing; including study begin, study end, and the completion of the study in the Radiology Information System. • Reviews and confirms clinical protocols with the Radiologist as necessary before performing the study. • Demonstrates on a consistent basis Team member standards of excellence including: AIDET, open communication, responding in a timely manner, displaying a positive attitude, fostering innovation, respecting diversity, etc. • Performs all necessary documentation in the medical record as necessary, as well as within the radiology information system to support all clinical and billing functions.Required Skills & Experience:Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the Customer Service Policy and summarized below: • Communication • Ownership • Understanding • Motivation • Sensitivity • Excellence • Teamwork • Respect • Must practice the customer skills as provided through on-going training and in-servicesMust possess the following personal qualities: • Be self-directed • Be flexible and committed to the team concept • Demonstrate teamwork, initiative and willingness to learn • Be open to new learning experiences • Accepts and respects diversity without judgement • Demonstrates customer service valuesPhysical Demands/Working Conditions: • May work in the hospital with a fixed unit or in an ambulatory Mobile Unit at one of the Medical Centers. • May be potentially exposed to radiation if proper precautions are not utilised. • May be exposed to high-voltage equipment. • May be exposed to potentially contagious patients. • Occasionally may lift and/or move equipment and/or patients that would be in excess of 10 lbs.Education & Certifications • High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required. • Must maintain required hours of continued medical education. • BLS • Must be registered with the American Registry of Radio logic Technology (ARRT) and the advanced registry in Computed Tomography (CT) or registry-eligible