Perm - Tech - Multi-Modality Radiology (Days) Owosso, MI

Title: Perm - Tech - Multi-Modality Radiology (Days) Owosso, MI

Description:
***URGENT POSITION: NOW OFFERING A $10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS***
Salary: $20.67/hour - $27.91/hour (dependent upon experience)
Interview Process: Phone screen first, possible second phone screen with manager, In-person interview.
Permanent Placement Fee: 18%

The CT Technologist (RRT) performs specialized technical duties that require the ability to set up computed tomography equipment, position patients, and acquire cross sectional diagnostic images of internal body structures for the detection, diagnosis, and evaluation of pathology. Provides computed tomography service coverage after normal business hours and on weekends and holidays. Performs computed tomography procedures on a variety of patients including scheduled exams, inpatients, outpatients, and emergency department patients. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Produces high quality radiographic images through appropriate positioning and technical factors. Operates CT scanner, power injector and post processing equipment. Adjusts protocols to meet patient needs when necessary. Critiques completed procedures for high diagnostic quality.
• Performs general radiography exams as needed.
• Adjusts protocols to meet patient needs when necessary.
• Critiques completed procedures for high diagnostic quality.
• Maintains a repeat rate at or below the national standard.
• Familiarity with terminology and the procedures performed in all of Diagnostic Imaging. Demonstrates a working knowledge of all front desk and file room procedures.
• Communicates delays to patients. Explains procedures so that patients are comfortable. Obtains thorough and pertinent patient history and prepares patients for examination.
• Encourages and assist in research at the technologist level. Keeps abreast of new procedures and exams as it pertains to area of diagnostic imaging practice.
• Selects the appropriate equipment and is aware of the set up based on procedure protocol, specifications, and standards.
• Evaluates the technical quality of images and is able to record, archive, retrieve, compile, and calculate data.
• Independently capable of assisting the radiologist during invasive procedures such as biopsies and abscess drainages.
• Positions the patient based on anatomy in question and provides accurate measurements, educates and can clearly explain procedures before imaging, and follows age-specific guidelines.
• Practices positive patient identification.
• Acquires complete and appropriate patient history and conveys all pertinent information to radiologist. Confers with radiologist regarding patient care and protocol as necessary.

Memorial Healthcare has long-standing compensation programs which provide health care coverage, education and recreational benefits for employees. We recognize the need for our employees to balance their work and family lives. At Memorial Healthcare you will enjoy these and many other benefits:

• A short 15-minute drive from I-69/Perry exit
• Competitive wages, salaries and benefit packages including 401K, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, and more
• Patient-centered work environment
• Tickets At Work (discounted venue tickets)
• Free parking
• Discounts at hospital Café, Gift Shop and area businesses
• Employee recognition programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• High levels of employee, leadership and physician engagement