Cat Scan Technologist (CT) - Per Diem

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Symmes Corner (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health’s Winchester Hospital is seeking a CT Technologist to join the CT Team. The role involves performing CT examinations, adhering to established protocols, and ensuring accurate documentation and charging practices.

Candidates should hold ARRT registration in Radiology and CT, Massachusetts state Radiology/CT license, and BLS. Strong English communication with patients and staff is required. The employer emphasizes safety, quality, and a culture of learning.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Preferred advanced education in CT (CAT scan).
• One year diagnostic technology experience required.
• Preferred: One year of CT experience.
• Must read, write and communicate effectively in English with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety and quality checks, including verifying exam orders.
• Complete CT examinations following established CT protocols.
• Enter examinations accurately with proper documentation and charges.
• Transmit and store images and data in PACS correctly.
• Maintain records and logs to monitor quality and safety.
• Clean equipment and maintain a safe, professional work environment.
• Manage supply and equipment issues to ensure smooth operations.
• Transport and assist ambulatory patients as needed.
• Educate patients and families about the CT process.
• Communicate with the health care team using established handoff procedures.
• Provide and receive feedback to support teamwork and training.
• Minimize preventable harm and follow infection control protocols.
• Incorporate safety culture tools in daily practice and report near misses.

Skills

English communication

Education

Radiologic Technology education

CAT scan education (preferred)

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Winchester Hospital, a proud member of Beth Israel Lahey Health, has a CT Tech opening on our CT Team. Be part of the mission to deliver exceptional personalized care within our 5x Magnet-designated, Top 10 Massachusetts recognized 229-bed hospital.

Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education Required: Graduate of an accredited program in Radiologic Technology Education
• Preferred: Advance education in CAT scan technology
• Experience Required: One year diagnostic technology
• Preferred: One year of CT
• Other Skills/Knowledge Required: For safety and quality reasons, must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English with patients, visitors and fellow members of the hospital team

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS

• ARRT registered in Radiology and CT
• Massachusetts State license in Radiology and CT
• BLS

JOB FUNCTIONS

• How to perform safety and quality checks, including verifying exam orders.
• Completing CT examinations following established exam protocols-established by CT Radiologist.
• Entering examinations correctly, ensuring accurate and informative documentation and appropriate charges are entered.
• How to electronically send and store images and data appropriately in PACS.
• Departmental procedures for maintaining records and logs to monitor quality and safety in accordance with departmental policies.
• Equipment cleaning and maintaining a safe work environment presenting the best possible impression of facilities and fostering our culture of safety.
• Experience with supply and equipment issues to ensure optimum operations, equipment quality and long-term equipment maintenance and life.
• Transporting and providing ambulatory assistance to patients as necessary.
• Education process and how to inform patients and family members throughout the patients’ experience.
• Communication effectively with the healthcare team utilizing established handoff procedures.
• Gives and accepts respectful feedback to enhance teamwork and the clinical training experience.
• Minimizing preventable harm events and consistently executing the infection control protocols.
• Incorporates the Culture of Safety tools in daily practice, adhering to quality and safety guidelines and communicating near-miss or potential risks.

Pay Range:

Pay Range: $47.00 - $69.84 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients’ lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.