McLaren Health Care·Lapeer, Michigan
Produces computerized tomographic scanner radiographs while ensuring patient comfort and safety. Responsible for operating imaging equipment, administering prescribed medications, and maintaining detailed clinical documentation.
6:00am - 6:30pm
Produces computerized tomographic scanner radiographs of specific areasconsistent with established policies and procedures at a technical level typically requiring general supervision. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Obtains patient history, explains standard procedures and addresses patient concerns to foster a sense of comfort and confidence to patients and ensure the needs of individual patients are met. Operates and maintains all assigned imaging department equipment including but not limited to tomography scanner equipment. In addition to conducting scans, prepares patients for these diagnostic procedures by explaining the process and positioning patients to correctly capture the images requested by a physician. Properly identifies, prepares and/or administers medications that are within the technologist’s scope of practice as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner. Completes quality assurance processes and practices radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patients, staff and self. Maintains all required documentation, logs, charts, forms and records in paper and electronic formats. Maintains an adequate supply of all consumables to perform quality testing. Performs all routine daily, weekly, monthly and periodic maintenance and function checks following established protocol for all imaging equipment. May assist other areas of radiology as assigned. Performs other related duties as required and directed.
Required: Certified as a computed tomography technologist If not CT certified, cross training from another ARRT modality to become CT certified within 12 months. Graduation from an AMA-approved school of radiology technology Certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT). Current BLS certification Preferred: Associate degree in radiology
Requires ARRT certification in general radiologic technology and graduation from an AMA-approved radiology school. Must be CT certified or obtain certification within 12 months, and hold a current BLS certification.
Market context
In Michigan, weekend Computed Tomography Technologist cadre roles are often sought by hospitals and imaging centers that need dependable coverage for higher-volume or off-hours scanning. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for ARRT certification, CT certification or a path to obtain it quickly, and current BLS credentials. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, then confirm your CT certification timeline before applying.