Ct Technologist *Sign-on Bonus up to $20,000*

Yale New Haven Health; Westerly (RI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Westerly seeks a CT Technologist responsible for operating CT scanners and ensuring patient safety. Applicants should have formal training in radiology technology, relevant experience, and appropriate certifications. This role involves direct technical duties, patient interaction, and collaboration with radiologists.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three to four years of radiologic experience; special procedures experience preferred.
• Registration by the A.R.R.T. as RT (R)(CT) preferred.
• One year of exposure or training in CT.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient in scanner for proper positioning.
• Maintains safe functioning and cleanliness of CT equipment.
• Provides complete and accurate responses to safety questions.

Skills

Patient Safety

Time Management

Equipment Operation

Organization Skills

Education

Formal training in radiology technology

Tools

Medrad Stellant Injector

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values — integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion — must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Participates in technical duties directly involved with the CT scanner, including developing, initiating, and monitoring procedures for the effective utilization of this unit. Under the supervision of the radiologist, administer IV contrast according to departmental guidelines for specific procedures.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1. CT Competency for each Procedure
• 1.1 Prepares patient in scanner for proper position.
• 2. Time Management
• 2.1 Works timely, efficiently, independently, and completes tasks.
• 3. Equipment Competencies
• 3.1 Maintains safe functioning, operation, and cleanliness of CT equipment.
• 4. Patient Competencies
• 4.1 Assumes responsibility for the safety and well-being of all patients.
• 5. Contrast Injection Competencies
• 5.1 Demonstrates knowledge of techniques and procedures and correct use of Medrad Stellant Injector.
• 6. Department Competencies
• 6.1 Assists in the daily operations of the department.
• 7. Essential Functions
• 7.1 Exhibits good organization skills.
• 8. Safety
• 8.1 Provides complete and accurate responses to safety questions.

Qualifications

Education: Requires formal training in radiology technology through an AMA-approved program.

Experience: Minimum of three to four years of radiologic experience; special procedures experience preferred. One year of exposure or training in CT to achieve proficiency.

Licensure: Registration by the A.R.R.T. as an RT (R)(CT) preferred and state licensed. If not RT(CT) certified, registration in CT must be obtained within twelve months of hire. CPR certification (BLS) required.