CT Technologist-Nights

Boston Children's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital is seeking a CT Radiologic Technologist to perform routine CT imaging on scheduled and emergency cases, following department QC/Exam Data Integrity workflows.

Responsibilities include reviewing requisitions, identifying patients with two identifiers, selecting appropriate imaging parameters, and communicating exam details to patients and families while upholding ALARA and HIPAA policies.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Allied Health required; Bachelor's preferred.
• ARRTRT/CT certification required; BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine CT imaging on scheduled and emergency basis.
• Reviews requisitions and determines appropriateness of CT procedures.
• Identifies patient using two identifiers and maintains privacy per HIPAA.
• Communicates exam details and radiation safety ALARA principles.
• Maintains daily operations and documents accurately.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Associates degree in Allied Health

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Position Summary

Performs routine imaging examinations in CT on a scheduled and emergency basis following departmental QC/Exam Data Integrity Workflow Expectations.

Up to a $15,000 Sign on Bonus Available

Position Summary

Performs routine imaging examinations in CT on a scheduled and emergency basis following departmental QC/Exam Data Integrity Workflow Expectations.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine imaging examinations in CT on a scheduled and emergency basis.
• Reviews and evaluates requisitions for CT imaging procedures, abstracting data from patient charts and determining appropriateness of procedure prescribed given diagnosis and clinical signs for CT examinations.
• Identify patients according to Hospital Policy with 2 identifiers.
• Performs basic imaging analysis (e.g. 3D).
• Selects appropriate equipment and technical factors to identify pathologic and normal anatomy.
• Assesses patients' and parents' physical and emotional status and ability to respond to instructions and develops plan for adjusting to patients' specific needs.
• Explain the examination and is able to answer questions from patient and parents regarding the exam and Radiation exposure, practices ALARA.
• Consistently provides exceptional care and exceptional service.
• Follows Departmental QC/Exam Data Integrity Workflow Expectations.
• Practices High Reliability Training.
• Responds to the uniqueness of the patient, creating a supportive environment for the patient and the family.
• Identifies and reports equipment malfunctions.
• Assists in organizing and maintaining daily operations of section.
• Participates in departmental and hospital meetings.
• Completes all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Complies with ETU.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations.
• Practices the 6 core values of the Hospital; excellence, innovation, communication, respect, teamwork and accountability

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Associates degree, Allied Health. Bachelors degree preferred.

Experience

• 1 year of experience working as a Radiologic Technologist

Licensure/ Certifications

• RT/CT registered by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT).
• Must meet, successfully complete, and maintain the ARRT certification.
• BLS certification.

The posted pay range is Boston Children’s reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting. Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.