CT Technologist - $15K sign-on bonus

TieTalent; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider in Boston seeks a Cat Scan Technologist who will operate CT scanners and assist in patient care within the Radiology department. This full-time position includes a $15,000 sign-on bonus and requires ARRT registration with a minimum of 1-2 years of experience in diagnostic radiology. The successful candidate will join a vibrant team dedicated to quality patient care and departmental excellence.

Qualifications

• ARRT registration in Radiologic Technology required.
• CT Specialty required within one year of employment.
• Minimum 1-2 years experience in diagnostic radiology.

Responsibilities

• Operates a CT scanner for imaging duties.
• Prepares patients for exams while ensuring comfort.
• Maintains equipment and provides quality images.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Education

Graduate of an approved school of Radiologic Technology

Tools

Radiology Information Systems (RIS)

Hospital Information Systems (HIS)

Job description

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About

FT 40hrs Eves and Weekends

Boston Medical Center (BMC) is more than a hospital. It´s a network of support and care that touches the lives of hundreds of thousands of people in need each year. It is the largest and busiest provider of trauma and emergency services in New England. Emphasizing community-based care, BMC is committed to providing consistently excellent and accessible health services to all—and is the largest safety-net hospital in New England. The hospital is also the primary teaching affiliate of the nationally ranked Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) and a founding partner of Boston HealthNet – an integrated health care delivery systems that includes many community health centers. Join BMC today and help us achieve our Vision 2030 which is a long-term goal to make Boston the healthiest urban population in the world.

Position: Cat Scan Technologist - $15,000 sign on bonus

Department: Radiology

Schedule: 40hrs

Sat. & Sun. 7a-730p

Mon. & Tues 3-1130p

Union: SEIU

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the CT Scan Supervisor, the CT Technologist provides CT skills and initiatives to the department mission through interactions with staff, and others as necessary. Primary duties are to work as a Technologist on either East Newton or Harrison Avenue campus while also implementing policy and procedures as determined necessary through CT Scan Supervisor and Radiology Administrative Director.

Work requires knowledge of principles and procedures of diagnostic radiology and CT and the operation and maintenance of Radiologic equipment generally acquired through the completion of two years post-high school training in an approved school of Radiologic technology. Other in-house and on-the-job training also required. MRST, AART required. CT license preferred. Work requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to interact effectively with patients and all/any apprehensions, to instruct students and to provide technical supervision to staff technologists. State license required and all applicable radiology education requirements.

Essential Responsibilities / Duties

Operates a CT (computed tomography) scanner to perform technologist duties as required and necessary for proper departmental work flow.

Performs appropriate studies as determined through policy and procedure. Follows requisition in terms of providing proper study for patients. Ensures that exams requested match patient condition and/or history and calls or asks the appropriate persons for more information as necessary to perform the proper study.

Prepares patient for exams as required and insures patient comfort and modesty at all times. Accommodates patient needs and staffing needs through flexibility in scheduling and timeliness of studies.

Sets up equipment as necessary and uses proper imaging techniques. Adjusts imaging factors when necessary to improve study or quality factors. Works through radiologist’s requirements to provide appropriate images and provides additional views and variations of techniques as requested.

Completes procedures in timely fashion while providing quality images for Radiology and outside departments. Completes work by the end of the shift or communicates with coworkers about work needing completion.

Participate in intravenous (IV) training, and passes all competencies required to start and administer IV contrast material under the general observation of a qualified physician, as per department policy and procedure.

Maintains equipment through interaction with both management and department service vendors to maximize equipment up time, patient care, and minimize dollar impact to the hospital.

Performs patient focused customer service and ensures the following standards are met appropriately and achieved. Communicates patient complaints professionally to the appropriate supervisor. Keeps discussions around patients to a minimum and ensures that patients are not subjected to departmental conversations and/or any inappropriate behavior. Handles telephone calls and requests for services both professionally and appropriately.

Provides service and care to patients of all ages.

Understands the requirements of the department by providing services to patients not only in performing of studies but also in providing any/all information on reports as necessary and appropriate.

Monitors patient‘s conditions and if it is determined assistance may be required, the employee takes action to facilitate the best course of care to include: nurse involvement, further monitoring and/or other patient focused solutions.

Ensures that all required documentation is properly completed for billing purposes to include (but not necessarily limited to) electronic orders and paperwork related to all procedures performed. Understands and adheres to managed care guidelines to ensure proper recording for billing of Radiology procedures.

Works hours as regularly scheduled or according to the operational needs of the radiology department. Satisfies operational requirements to include covering the department as determined necessary through the Supervisor, Operations Manager, or Radiology Director.

Follows all departmental established and appropriate policies and procedures as required.

Utilizes hospital's behavioral standards as the basis for decision making and to facilitate the department and hospital’s mission.

Treats patients and fellow staff with dignity and respect and reports any/all problems to the supervisor.

Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures. Follows all radiation safety procedures to ensure patients are not compromised in relation to radiation safety. Demonstrates understanding of all radiation safety issues through annual compliance with radiation safety and/or seminars.

Other Duties

Performs other duties as needed.

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).

Education

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Must be a graduate of an approved school of Radiologic Technology.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Required

Must be ARRT registered in Radiologic Technology.

CT Specialty required or obtained within one year of employment.

BLS or CPR required

Experience

Minimum 1-2 years experience in diagnostic radiology, experience in CT preferred.

Knowledge And Skills

Must possess analytical abilities necessary to acquire and effectively utilize knowledge of imaging processes, techniques and procedures and cross sectional anatomy.

Working knowledge of Radiology Information Systems (RIS) and Hospital Information Systems (HIS).

Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Creativity and latitude, and the ability to adapt to changing pace within the department are necessary qualities.

Must present a positive, team oriented attitude and a professional appearance.

Must be physically capable of lifting heavy objects and patients, and adhere to safety standards set forth by the Radiology Department, BMC and other regulatory agencies.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to interact effectively with patients and all/any apprehensions, to instruct students and to interact with other staff technologists.

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• Boston, Massachusetts
  
  

Languages

• English

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

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  Technology, Information and Internet

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