CT Technologist

Trinity Health; Chelsea (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Benefits Day One

Medical coverage

PTO & Life Insurance

Retirement match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The CT Technologist at Chelsea Hospital operates CT scanners to obtain diagnostic images, prepares patients, administers contrast, and follows ALARA principles for radiation safety.

Requirements include an Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology, ARRT registration, CT certification or registry-eligible, and BLS. Strong communication and trauma-center experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• ARRT registered radiographer.
• Advanced CT certification or CT registry-eligible (certification within one year of hire).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Experience working in a trauma and stroke centers (preferred).
• Experience with venipuncture, cross-sectional anatomy, post processing/3D, cardiac CTA, and CT-guided procedures (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provides quality patient care considering age specific, developmental, and cultural needs.
• Review patient charts and radiological history to determine proper protocol.
• Identify patients, ensure proper positioning and immobilization.
• Explain procedures, providing reassurance and instructions.
• Operate CT equipment and perform quality control checks.
• Administer contrast media and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Document patient history, reactions and follow up with referring physicians.
• Observe patient condition during CT exams and initiate emergency actions if necessary.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow infection control procedures.
• Applies radiation safety knowledge and adhere to radiation safety regulations.
• Schedule CT exams for optimal efficiency and equipment utilization.

Skills

ARRT registered radiographer

BLS certification

Communication skills

Trauma center experience

Venipuncture

Cross-sectional anatomy

Post processing/3D

Cardiac CTA

CT-guided procedures

Education

Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

12 Hour Evening Shift

Description:

CT Technologist

Department: CT

Location: Chelsea Hospital

**Registered radiologic technologists, without prior CT experience, can be hired and trained in CT by accepting the terms of the sign-on bonus. Up to $10,000 sign on bonus available for new hires.

Position Purpose:

Operates CT scanners to obtain images for use by providers in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies and disease. Prepares patients for procedures, administers contrast media, operates scanners according to protocol using ALARA techniques.

Shifts Available: Evening Shift

Status Available : Full Time, 36 hours per week

Required Qualifications:

• Requires Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• ARRT(R) registered radiographer.
• Advanced CT certification or CT registry-eligible (certification within one year of hire).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Experience working in a trauma and stroke centers (preferred).
• Experience with venipuncture, cross-sectional anatomy, post processing/3D, cardiac CTA, and CT-guided procedures, (preferred).
• Registered radiologic technologists, without prior CT experience, can be hired and trained in CT by accepting the terms of the sign-on bonus.

What the CT Technologist will do:

• Provides quality patient care considering age specific, developmental, and cultural needs.
• Review patient charts and radiological history to determine proper protocol.
• Identify patients, ensure proper positioning and immobilization.
• Explain procedures, providing reassurance and instructions.
• Operate CT equipment and perform quality control checks.
• Administer contrast media and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Document patient history, reactions and follow up with referring physicians.
• Observe patient condition during CT exams and initiate emergency actions if necessary.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow infection control procedures.
• Applies radiation safety knowledge and adhere to radiation safety regulations.
• Schedule CT exams for optimal efficiency and equipment utilization.

Total Rewards and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
• Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country
• Tuition Reimbursement

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.