CT Technologist

Mass General Brigham; Town of Northampton (NY); On-site; USD 112,839,000 - 156,881,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham in Northampton, MA is seeking a CT Technologist to perform diversified CT imaging duties in Radiology, including IV contrast administration and patient preparation. This role supports coverage in the CT area and collaborates with radiologists.

The position requires interaction with patients of all ages, adherence to safety and quality standards, on-call availability, and ongoing competency in contrast reactions and documentation.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Radiology is required.
• ARRT CT certification required.
• State license as Radiologic Technologist required.
• 1–3 years CT tech experience preferred.
• Ability to interact with patients across age groups and conditions.

Responsibilities

• Interact with patients at their appropriate intellectual level and age.
• Operate CT equipment following prescribed procedures and report malfunctions.
• Perform CT scans and ensure high-quality images for interpretation.
• Participate in quality control and routine maintenance duties.
• Assist radiologist in interpreting daily scans and documentation.

Skills

Patient communication

CT imaging

IV contrast administration

On-call availability

Radiology Information System

Education

Associate’s Degree Radiology

Tools

ARRT CT certification

State Radiologic License

Radiology Information System

Job description

Job Summary

Summary

The CT Technologist is responsible for performing diversified duties in the CT section of the Radiology Department.

This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.

This position reports to the Supervisor, CT, and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

Does this position require Patient Care?

Yes

Essential Functions

• Must be able to effectively interact appropriately to an individual’s intellectual level and physical ability including infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
• Operate equipment using standards or following prescribed procedures and report any malfunctions.
• CT scan patients, recognize the desired information pattern and record.
• May be required to do quality control duties.
• Participate in reviewing interpretation of various daily scans with the Radiologist.
• Interview patients in order to obtain information pertinent to the examination performed.
• Explain examination to patient.
• Review patient’s medical history; ask questions pertinent to exam and to the administration of IV contrast.
• Explain risks and benefits.
• Obtain consent for exam and administration of IV contrast, give patient exam preparation, position patient, and possibly transport patient from and to the unit.
• Schedule patients and assure effective movement of same to keep within the scheduled work load.
• Image exams as required, assuring high quality images.
• Perform various imaging tasks.
• Save images by archiving and recalling images as needed.
• Use cost effective judgment and measures when producing images for interpretation by the radiologist.
• Prepare exam for interpretation by radiologist.
• Maintain demonstrated proficiency in the conscious sedation policy and be able to take the necessary steps to assure continuum of patient care.
• Recognize and understand the specific use of all special procedures, catheters, needles, and surgical instruments as related to CT procedures.
• Start an intravenous line and inject contrast material under the direction of the Radiologist and within hospital policy.
• Will be observed on a yearly basis, by a radiologist, initiating an IV line.
• Remain available to cover the CT area on an on-call basis 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on a rotational basis and/or for emergencies.
• Accomplish and document yearly in-servicing on administration of contrast materials and contrast reactions.
• Use and train others on the Radiology Information System.
• Must take charge of department as deemed necessary by the CT Team Leader.
• Assist with student training as necessary.
• Maintain established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, confidentiality, quality improvement program, compliance, safety, infection control, and environmental standards.
• Maintain professional growth and development through attendance at seminars, workshops, conferences or in-services, professional affiliations, or journals to stay abreast of current trends in field of expertise.
• Meet annual competency and retraining requirements.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Perform other functions/duties as requested.

Qualifications

Education Associate’s Degree Radiology required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Licenses and Credentials Computed Tomography (ARRT) [R.T.(CT)(ARRT)] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required Radiologic Technologist and Technician [State License] - Generic - HR Only required Experience One (1) to three (3) years experience as a CT Tech preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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

30 Locust Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

32

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Pay Range

$39.38 - $54.75/Hourly

Grade

SC3C53

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:

1910 Cooley Dickinson 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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