CT Technologist

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. in Boston is seeking a CT Technologist to join the Radiology team onsite at 45 Francis Street.

You will prepare patients, position and image using CT scanners, verify orders, input data, and ensure images are correctly labeled and transmitted to PACS.

The role offers a substantial sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits as part of Mass General Brigham. Schedule includes 36 hours per week with day/evening/night rotations.

Qualifications

• Requires Certificate/Diploma or higher in Radiologic Sciences.
• Massachusetts Radiology License is required.
• ARRT-CT certification preferred or must be obtained within one year.
• 0-1 year of experience in radiology CT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate CT scanners according to physician orders.
• Prepare patients and assist them onto scanner.
• Verify patient info, enter data, and archive images to PACS.
• Ensure accurate labeling and transmission of images to RIS/PACS.

Skills

CT imaging software

Information management software

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Administrative procedures

Education

Certificate/Diploma in Radiologic Sciences

Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Sciences

Master's Degree in Radiologic Sciences

Massachusetts Radiology License

ARRT-CT Certification

Job description

Site

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

We're offering a generous sign-on bonus ($20,000) to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.

36hpw / Days, Evenings, Nights / 3-12 schedule Under the general direction from the manager, the incumbent prepares, sets up and operates the CT Scanners following specific physician orders.

Qualifications

Essential Functions

• Produces detailed computer-generated scans for diagnostic and interventional information.
• Performs a variety of patient care tasks; assists patients onto scanner, verifies identification prior to scan, enters patient information into system from requisitions and ensures files are archived onto local media and networked to RELAY/PACS and completed properly in RIS.
• Maintains facilities in proper order. Must keep abreast of all outpatient procedures/policies within the CT Dept.
• Engages in additional duties as assigned.
• Competent in all routine outpatient CT exams.
• Obtains ARRT or NMTCB (R), (T) or (N) registration, applicable state licensure.
• Confirms correct patient and exam to be performed through patient confirmation and interview, patient history, medical record, appropriately modifying and documenting as needed to ensure accurate imaging and records.
• Explains exam to patient taking into consideration individual physical, emotional and language needs; Ensures patient compliance and understanding.
• Adjusts scanners and injectors to correct settings for all exams to set automated and manual technical factors to safely image patients.
• Performs required imaging using the appropriate equipment according to department protocol and/or Radiologist request.
• Ensures exams are labeled correctly prior to transmission to PACS, ensures images successfully arrive in PACS.
• Adheres to all departmental and hospital policies.

Qualifications Certificate/Diploma OR Associate's Degree OR Bachelor's Degree OR Master's Degree in Radiological Sciences required Massachusetts Radiology License required ARRT-CT preferred, required within one year of hire Experience Will consider graduates of a formal Radiologic Technology Training program with required license and registration 0-1 year 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.

Additional Job Details (if applicable) Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

45 Francis Street

Pay Range

$50.00 - $50.25/Hourly Grade 5

Additional Information

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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