CAT Scan Tech

Cape Cod Healthcare; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 54,208 - 76,663; Full time

Job summary

Cape Cod Healthcare is seeking a CT Technologist based in Hyannis, Massachusetts. The role involves performing CT procedures while ensuring compliance with safety standards and providing excellent patient care. You'll maintain scanning equipment, operate imaging consoles, and support patients throughout their examinations.

This position requires a graduate from an accredited Radiologic Technology school and a valid state license. If you meet these requirements, apply to join our dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Massachusetts State license from the Massachusetts Radiation Control Board in Radiography and CT.
• Graduate from an accredited program in Radiologic Technology.
• Current registration from ARRT or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT scanning procedures at a technical level.
• Operate control console for patient scans and select proper imaging techniques.
• Maintain and adjust equipment, ensuring calibration and safety.
• Assure patient comfort and explain procedures to reduce anxiety.
• Evaluate images for quality and relay emergent findings.

Skills

Ability to read, write and communicate in English

Technical detail attention

IV administration

Proficiency in EMR and PACS

Education

Graduate an accredited program in Radiologic Technology

Valid Massachusetts State license in Radiography and CT

Current ARRT registration in CT or equivalent

Job description

Purpose of Position

Performs CT procedures as requested by providers in a manner consistent with prescribed radiation protection safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT scanning procedures at a technical level requiring constant attention to technical detail, requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiologic diagnosis.
• Operate control console for patient’s scan.
• Select proper imaging techniques and protocols.
• Operate various peripheral hardware and equipment.
• Maintain, set‑up and adjust equipment, checking calibration and recalibrating daily.
• Position patient on examination table and adjust immobilization devices as required to obtain optimum views of specified areas of the body requested by physician as determined by department policy and procedure observing all health and safety precautions, quality assurance and infection control standards.
• Receive requests for radiologic studies, provide explanation of procedures and answer pertinent questions of patients to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation.
• Assume care for physical and psychological needs of patients during examinations and procedures to ensure safety and comfort while preparing for and while undergoing computerized tomography procedures.
• Assist physician and/or nurse with monitoring and treatment of patients during procedures.
• Record all required information to provide permanent records of significant and/or functional anatomical or pathologic data obtained.
• Immediately review CT imaging and cross‑sectional anatomy and relay any emergent findings to the radiologist.
• Begin IVs on patients for contrast‑enhanced CT exams and give/instruct patient/RN on any oral contrast guidelines.
• Apply principles of radiographic protection using beam restriction devices, patient shielding skills, and knowledge of applicable exposure factors to minimize radiation to patients and staff.
• Apply ionizing radiation to patients according to established practices and procedures.
• Coordinate work to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency using and/or modifying established procedures, to assure timely completion of work in conformance with department policies and procedures.
• Evaluate images for technical quality.
• Maintain proficiency in EMR and PACS system.
• Maintain adequate radiology records to assure proper identification.
• Assist physician with administration of radiographic contrast media or its direct administration if trained and sanctioned by the radiologist.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of departmental and hospital policies and procedures as they pertain to the job, including the fire and disaster plans; comply with infection control policies and procedures.
• Participate in activities which promote professional self‑growth and development; meet minimum requirements for continuing education as directed by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and Massachusetts State licensing.
• Maintain an ethical relationship with patients, physicians, personnel and guests and insure patient confidentiality at all times.
• Consistently provide service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and coworkers.
• Perform other work‑related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Graduate an accredited program in Radiologic Technology.
• Valid Massachusetts State license from the Massachusetts Radiation Control Board in Radiography and CT.
• Must meet one of the following qualifications:
  • (ARRT) – Current registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in CT.
  • (NMTBC) – Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board in Cat Scan (CT).
  • (BLS) – Basic Life Support certification.

Schedule Details: 40 Hours Per Week, Rotating Nights, 9p–7a, Every Other Weekend and Rotating Holidays.

Organization: Cape Cod Hospital.

Primary Location: Massachusetts–Hyannis.

Department: CCH‑CT Scan.

Annual/Hourly: Hourly.

Hiring Pay Range: 39.35 - 55.65.