Job Description
Job Description
CT X-Ray Tech
Location : MI
Employment Type : Full Time, Casual
Job Summary :
Our empathetic, approachable and patient centric X-Ray Technologist helps our Medical Team provide patient care second to none! An X-Ray Technologist operates radiographic equipment to produce clinical diagnostic images. The X-Ray Technologist will perform diagnostic procedures according to the established standards and radiation safety practices of the department. The X-Ray Technologist will help explain procedures to patients, establish rapport with patients, position the patient for optimal imaging, and educate patients and staff members on best practices and techniques for optimal and safe results.
Duties :
- Prepares and positions patients for x-rays and selects exposure factors accurately
- Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Prevents patients from being exposed to unnecessary radiation
- Observes patients during procedures and reports abnormal activity
- Must work with established procedures and methods, but is expected to prioritize assignments, deviate from schedules or alter the sequence of steps as necessary to obtain desired results
- May be required to plan the work, assign work to, and instruct other employees
- Able to work independently, while managing several projects simultaneously
- Familiarity with preparing patients for surgical injections and assisting the Dr. with procedures
- Circumstances may arise where operation of the C-arm is needed
- Performs other duties as needed
Qualifications :
Must have completed an accredited 2 year radiology program. High School Diploma or equivalent requiredAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) PreferredDemonstrates eligibility to work for any employer in the U.S.Previous experience strongly preferredAbility to work while standing, walking or sitting for long periods of timeAbility to do forward reaching, bending, pulling, twisting, lifting and turning associated with patient transportation and equipment handlingAbility to push or pull wheel chairs or beds in pre and post op areasDemonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standardsProven excellence in patient safety and careFriendly, empathetic & respectfulReliable in work results, timeliness & attendanceAbility to relate to and work effectively with a wonderfully diverse populaceAble to work in a fast-paced, and stressful environment while maintaining positive energyAble to work under pressure and in situations that benefit from patience, tact, stamina and enduranceDetailed oriented, conscientious and committed to precision in work resultsCommitted to contributing to a positive environment, even in rapidly changing circumstancesIs aware of standards and performs in accordance with themInsight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!
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