CT Technologist - Per-Diem - Reliant Medical Group- Worcester, MA

Optum; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CT Tech to join their team. This role emphasizes the provision of high-quality CT diagnostic services while adhering to strict safety protocols and regulations. You will be responsible for operating advanced imaging equipment, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring patient care and safety throughout the examination process. With a culture of collaboration and performance, this position offers opportunities for growth and development in a dynamic healthcare environment. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient care and are ready to take on new challenges, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Flexible Scheduling

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA accredited school of Radiology Technology.
• 1+ years of experience in Radiology required.

Responsibilities

• Provide CT diagnostic services by operating imaging equipment.
• Maintain patient safety and comply with health regulations.
• Evaluate diagnostic images and ensure quality.

Skills

CT Diagnostic Services

Operating Imaging Equipment

Troubleshooting Equipment

Evaluating Diagnostic Images

Radiation Safety Practices

Patient Care

CPR Certification

Education

Two-Year Program in Radiology Technology

Cross Sectioned Anatomy Certificate

Job description

**$2500 Sign-on Bonus for External Hires**

Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that's improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There's no room for error. Join us and start doing your life's best work.(sm)

Reliant Medical Group has an opening for a per-diem CT Tech. Hours may consist of weekdays and weekends until 9 pm based on location.



Position Summary:

Utilizes independent judgment to provide CT services to patients while adhering to all department and organizational policies, procedures and standards



Primary Responsibilities:

• Routinely provides CT diagnostic services by operating imaging equipment and other equipment/devices as appropriate


• Follows established protocols for each specific scan


• Ability to troubleshoot all equipment


• Evaluates diagnostic images for technical quality and seeks advice when necessary.


• Competent to perform CT procedures on children, adults and geriatric population


• Maintains good patient and employee radiation safety practices that are in compliance with ALARA and the standards set by the State of MA.


• Questions all female of childbearing age about pregnancy and documents


• Checks and cross references patients ID before beginning procedure


• Properly reviews patient charts for correct name and lab values


• Demonstrates the ability to recognize contrast reactions. Documents the type and amount of all contrast used for each procedure


• Demonstrates the proficiency in using the contrast injector


• Maintains CPR certification


• Maintains appropriate patient records and assists in all clerical/support procedures as required. Demonstrates working knowledge of the computers and file room


• Practices concepts of total quality management/improvements


• Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of patients during examinations and procedures


• Complies with health and safety requirements and with regulatory agencies such as DPH, etc.


• Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives


• Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed


• Regular, reliable and predicable attendance is required


• Demonstrates empathy and quality patient care based upon the Reliant Mission Statement

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of a two-year program in an AMA accredited school of Radiology Technology


• Cross sectioned anatomy certificate


• 1+ years of experience in Radiology


• Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to ensure compliance