CT Technologist III

Tufts Medicine; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Free parking

Benefits starting Day 1

PTO 30 days

Retirement match

Job summary

Lowell General Hospital, part of Tufts Medicine, seeks a CT Technologist III to perform CT scans with high accuracy, safety, and efficiency.

You will work Sundays through Wednesdays, 4x10s, in Lowell, MA, with a $15,000 sign-on for external hires and benefits starting day one. You’ll guidance and training to support students and junior staff while maintaining quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiology or related field required.
• ARRT Radiologic Technologist certification required.
• ARRT CT certification or NMTCB required.
• Radiologic Technologist state license eligible.
• Four years of CT Technologist experience.
• Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT scans on assigned patients following policy and radiological standards.
• Verify patient and procedure; provide clear instructions.
• Ensure imaging protocol and scanner parameters are correct.
• Maintain patient and staff safety; obtain IV access and administer IV contrast.
• Train and educate students and technologists as needed.
• Keep work areas clean and stock supplies.

Skills

CT experience

BLS certification

Excellent communication

Independent work

Organizational skills

Education

Associate degree in Radiology

ARRT Radiologic Technologist certification

ARRT CT certification or NMTCB

State license eligible

Job description

## CT Technologist IIIApply: Lowell General Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: R26523## **Offering a $15,000 sign-on bonus for new external hires****Available schedule:** Sunday - Wednesday, 10:30am-9:00pm, 4x10's**Why you’ll love working at Lowell General Hospital:**• **Free parking** — because your commute should be the easiest part of your day • **Benefits starting Day 1** — including medical, dental, and vision coverage • **Generous PTO** package with 30 days off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work • **Retirement match with immediate 100% vesting** in your contributions — your future starts building right awayAt Tufts Medicine, you’re not just joining a team — you’re building a long-term career with support, growth, and exceptional benefits from day one.**Job Profile Summary**This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following CT Scan duties: Utilizes CT Scan Technology to provide images of internal organs, bones, and soft tissue. A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs. A senior level role requiring broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools obtained through extensive work experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works under limited supervision for routine situations, problems typically are not routine and require analysis to understand, provides assistance and/or may lead and train entry level employees and may lead daily operation activities.**Job Overview**Perform Computed Tomography (CT) scan procedures on assigned patients according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. Perform CT scan procedures that follow radiological standards in a safe, accurate and timely manner, meet the American College of Radiology (ACR) imaging standards and allow the radiologist and/or physician to make a radiological diagnosis. Responsible for designated areas and/or procedures as assigned. Work cooperatively within departments and other service lines to create a system of quality health care. Work independently as required and be a clinical/technical resource for students and/or technologists.**Job Description****Minimum Qualifications:**1. Associate degree in Radiology or related field.2. Radiologic Technologist Certification (ARRT).3. CT Certification (ARRT) or (NMTCB).4. Radiologic Technologist state license eligible.5. Four (4) years of experience as a CT Technologist.6. Basic Life Support Certification.**Preferred Qualifications:**1. X-Ray experience.**Duties and Responsibilities:** The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.1. Independently perform CT scans on patients as assigned according to policy and radiological standards.2. Verify patient and procedure to be performed.3. Provide clear and accurate instructions to patients.4. Verify and perform correct imaging protocol, step, procedures, and scanner parameters for each patient.5. Ensure patient and staff safety for CT equipment used.6. Ensure IV access has been obtained and administer IV contrast.7. Participate in ongoing education and training.8. Perform quality control on equipment and devices as required.9. Communicate with other staff/departments to coordinate care of patients.10. Maintain supply stock and request stock to be ordered when necessary.11. Keep all work areas clean and functional according to DPH and The Joint Commission.12. Train and educate students and/or technologists on proper procedures and techniques.**Physical Requirements:**1. Frequent standing, occasional sitting, walking, and lifting 30-35 lbs.2. Manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate radiology equipment.3. Hearing and visual acuity sufficient to perform examinations, observe patients, read monitors and documents, and hear audible equipment alarms.4. Exposure to bodily fluids and communicable diseases.**Skills & Abilities:**1. Knowledge of radiologic equipment, examinations, and procedures.2. Knowledge of radiation safety protocols.3. Very Good communication skills.4. Very Good customer service skills.5. Ability to organize and set priorities.6. Ability to work independently.7. Training and education skills.At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.**Pay Range:**$48.60 - $61.96*based on full-time equivalent*