CT Technologist (per-diem)

Davita Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a dedicated CT Scanner operator in Boston. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and operating CT Scanners, ensuring patient care, and maintaining departmental protocols. Qualified candidates should have ARRT or NMTCB registration and a Massachusetts state license. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to patient diagnostics in a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• ARRT or NMTCB Registry required.
• MA State license required.
• CT Certification required within 1 year of hire.
• BLS required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Operates CT scanners and performs patient care tasks.
• Ensures compliance with departmental protocols and policies.
• Communicates effectively with patients regarding procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Technical proficiency with CT scanners

Communication

Education

Graduate of an approved school of Radiologic technology or related field

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

Under the general direction from the manager, the incumbent prepares, sets up and operates the CT Scanners following specific physician orders. Produces detailed computer-generated scans for diagnostic and interventional information. Performs a variety of patient care tasks; assists patients onto scanner, verifies identification prior to scan, enters patient information into system from requisitions and ensures files are archived onto local media and networked to RELAY/PACS and completed properly in RIS. Maintains facilities in proper order. Must keep abreast of all outpatient procedures/policies within the CT Dept. Engages in additional duties as assigned. Competent in all routine outpatient CT exams.
Obtains ARRT or NMTCB (R), (T) or (N) registration, applicable state licensure.
Confirms correct patient and exam to be performed through patient confirmation and interview, patient history, medical record, appropriately modifying and documenting as needed to ensure accurate imaging and records. Explains exam to patient taking into consideration individual physical, emotional and language needs; Ensures patient compliance and understanding.
Adjusts scanners and injectors to correct settings for all exams to set automated and manual technical factors to safely image patients.
Performs required imaging using the appropriate equipment according to department protocol and/or Radiologist request.
Ensures exams are labeled correctly prior to transmission to PACS, ensures images successfully arrive in PACS.
Adheres to all departmental and hospital policies .

QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE:

• Must be a graduate of an approved school of Radiologic technology or related field (Certificate/Diploma).
• Associate's preferred.
• ARRT or NMTCB Registry required
• MA State license required
• CT Certification required within 1 year of hire.
• BLS required within 90 days.

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.