CT Technologist I

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a CT Technologist I in Boston, MA. This entry-level position offers structured onboarding and a training program to develop competency in CT procedures, with rotations across East and West campus locations.

New graduates or technologists early in their careers will progress toward independent practice, supported by supervision and a comprehensive competency plan. Licensed and ARRT certifications are required within specified timeframes.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology is required.
• ARRT registration or eligible in Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, or Computed Tomography is required.
• Must obtain ARRT (R) certification within 3 months of hire for new grads.
• Must obtain ARRT (CT) certification within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients for CT examinations; ensures alignment and image quality.
• Enters instructions into the system and assists with monitoring scan performance.
• Assists in evaluating scan results for quality and completeness under guidance.
• Participates in image reconstruction, post-processing, and image quality review under supervision.
• Supports radiologists and team in routine imaging procedures and workflow.
• Explains procedures clearly to reduce patient anxiety and maintains patient records.

Education

Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. $20,000 Sign-On Bonus! The CT Technologist I is under the supervision of the Senior CT Management Team and performs duties pertaining to the CT scanner in a structured training environment. This role supports the development of technical skills, clinical judgment, and competency in computerized axial tomography systems. The position is designed for new graduates or technologists early in their careers, with progression toward independent practice.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients for CT examinations of various parts of the body, ensuring proper alignment and image quality
• Enters instructions into the system for scan procedures and assists with monitoring scan performance
• Assists in evaluating scan results for quality and completeness, with guidance as needed
• Participates in image reconstruction, post-processing, and image quality review activities under supervision.
• Supports radiologists and team members in routine imaging procedures and workflow
• Responds to patient physical and psychological needs and explains procedures clearly to reduce anxiety
• Uses proper hand hygiene before and after patient contact
• Observes patient condition and reports any changes to the nurse or physician
• Maintains accurate and complete records related to procedures performed
• Ensures exams are appropriately transmitted to PACS and related systems
• Participates in daily room checks, equipment readiness, and inventory processes
• Participates in quality assurance activities including equipment readiness checks, phantom testing, image quality review, and departmental quality initiatives.
• Reports incidents affecting patient care through appropriate reporting systems
• Participates in a structured onboarding and training program
• Participates in clinical rotations across East and West campus CT locations to develop competency in a broad range of CT procedures, patient populations, and clinical workflows.
• Develops competency in CT procedures through progressive responsibility and supervision
• Successfully completes departmental competency requirements, clinical procedure documentation, and CT training milestones as part of a structured clinical development program.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology required.
• Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist license required. (Temporary MA license acceptable for new graduates)
• ARRT registration or eligible required in Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, or Computed Tomography.
• Must obtain ARRT (R) certification within 3 months of hire, if new grad.
• Must obtain ARRT (CT) certification within 12 months of hire.
• 0-1 year related work experience required New graduates from accredited Radiologic Technology programs are encouraged to apply
• New hires will have 30 days to provide BLS certification. Certification must be with the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Experience with computer systems required, including web-based applications and basic Microsoft Office programs which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.

Conditions of Employment

• Continued employment is contingent upon successful attainment of ARRT (R) and ARRT (CT) certifications within defined timeframes
• Failure to meet certification requirements may result in reassignment or termination in accordance with hospital policy

Competencies

Decision Making: Ability to make decisions guided by established protocols and supervision.

Problem Solving: Ability to address routine and moderately complex issues with support from leadership and team members.

Independence of Action: Works under supervision with increasing independence as competency develops.

Written Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English.

Oral Communications: Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff.

Knowledge: Developing knowledge of CT practices, procedures, and departmental workflows.

Team Work: Ability to work collaboratively with team members to support patient care and operations.

Customer Service: Ability to provide professional, respectful, and patient-centered care.

Age-Based Competencies

Employees in this role must be competent to provide care to the following age groups:

Young Adult (16-30 years), Middle Age (30-60 years), Elderly (60+ years)

Physical Nature of the Job

Very heavy work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 50 pounds of force continually. Employee is physically active in all elements of the job.

Role Progression

This is a training role designed to develop competency in CT imaging.

Employees who successfully obtain ARRT (CT) certification, complete departmental competency requirements, and successfully fulfill structured clinical training milestones will be eligible for advancement to CT Technologist II.

Pay Range

$46.55 - $69.17

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

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