CT Tech - Per Diem

Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform cardiac and CT interventional procedures and collaborate with physicians and other technologists. The role emphasizes patient-centered care and high-quality imaging across age groups.

Required qualifications include an associate degree in Radiologic Technology, MA licensure, and ARRT-R certification, with BLS and ARRT-CT preferred. On-site position with opportunities for professional growth within Radiology.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology required.
• Radiologic Technologist license in MA required.
• ARRT registration (R) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred.
• ARRT-CT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform cardiac and CT interventional procedures.
• Assist other technologists during procedures.
• Ensure the correct exam is performed and consult providers as needed.
• Review images and studies for quality and proper identification.
• Check patient history and obtain waivers/forms when applicable.
• Establish rapport to identify service requirements.
• Provide educational in-services to staff and clinicians.

Skills

CT imaging software

Data entry & MIS

Patient communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Associate's Degree Radiologic Technology

Tools

PACS system

Information management software

Job description

Under the guidance of the supervisor, performs all diagnostic procedures with the knowledge of all pertinent and academic areas to produce consistent, high-quality exams. Works effectively with patients and physicians and maintains a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental personnel. Prioritizes the patient as number one and to put forth the utmost quality as a technologist. May perform necessary procedures on patients in all age groups.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Perform cardiac and CT interventional procedures
• Assist the other technologists during procedures
• Ensure the proper exam is being administered to the patient. Consult provider as needed
• Review images and studies for proper identification and quality
• Checks patient history, and obtains appropriate waivers and forms, if applicable
• Identifies patient service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements
• Provides educational in-services to staff, advanced practice nurses and physician assistants

Education

• Associate's Degree Radiologic Technology required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

• No

Licenses and Credentials

• Radiologic Technologist [MA License] required
• Registered Technologist [ARRT-R] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required
• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] preferred
• Computed Tomography (ARRT) [ARRT-CT] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred

Experience

CT Technologist or Radiologic Technologist 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency with Information management subsystem software and computed tomography CT imaging software
• Ability to use computers and computer systems, set up functions, enter data, or process information
• Talking to others to convey information effectively
• Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job
• Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and transcription, and workplace terminology

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.