CT TECHNOLOGIST TRAINEE- St. Joseph Hospital, Nashua, NH

St. Joseph Hospital; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated CT Technologist Trainee to join their dynamic team. This role involves participating in the daily operations of the CT Department, focusing on radiation safety and patient care. You will gain hands-on experience in performing CT procedures, including interventional cases and advanced imaging techniques. The ideal candidate will be an active learner, committed to completing educational credits for CT Registry eligibility. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment while contributing to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification and NH Imaging License required.
• Knowledge of PACS and Epic preferred for effective documentation.
• Experience in CT scanning is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures under supervision and maintain equipment.
• Coordinate daily workload and assist during interventional procedures.
• Ensure patient safety and compliance with protocols.

Skills

Effective reading, writing, and communication skills

Time-management

Knowledge of PACS software

Knowledge of Electronic Medical Record, Epic

Patient preparation and positioning

Anatomy and pathology knowledge

Radiation reduction techniques

Troubleshooting CT equipment

Education

Current ARRT certification

NH Imaging License

BLS Certification

Degree or certificate from an accredited radiologic technology program

Tools

PACS software

Epic EMR

Job description

Under the direction of the Radiologist, CT Supervisor, and supervision of the Lead CT Technologist, participates in the daily operation of the CT Department with a focus on Radiation Safety, CT education, CT scan competencies and training to prepare for the CT Registry exam. Ultimately, the Trainee will be able to perform CT procedures in accordance with department protocols at a technical level, not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. The CT Technologist Trainee will, over time, be able to perform a variety of technical procedures including but not limited to interventional cases, CT Angiography, and advanced 3D reconstruction. These procedures require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply theoretical CT Scan knowledge into practice for providing the best possible imaging for the diagnosis. Additionally, the CT Technologist Trainee will receive training for the administration of IV, oral, and rectal contrast. The CT Technologist Trainee must be willing and able to contribute to the coverage of the CT department beyond normally scheduled hours. Responsible to maintain equipment and supplies, must maintain a clean and organized work area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.
• Utilizes the ASRT education module CT Basics to satisfy the ARRT 16-credit Structured Education Requirement for CT Registry eligibility.
• Completes all Educational Credits necessary for CT Registry.
• Completes all Scan Competencies necessary for CT Registry.
• Acquires scans according to radiologist and department protocol.
• Informs patients of exam and provides instruction to assure patient cooperation.
• Assists radiologist during Interventional Procedures.
• Coordinates daily workload by scheduling inpatients and prioritizing emergency department patients with consideration of the outpatient schedule.
• Reviews IV Contrast Questionnaire with patients receiving IV Contrast.
• Completes documentation in Epic EMR.
• Reviews exams in PACS for completeness prior to submitting to the radiologist.
• Responsible for the safety of all patients.
• Flexible to assist with the 24/7 coverage of the department.
• Arrives on time for all assigned shifts. Including on-call, holidays, and weekends.
• Arrives ready to work and works until end of shift.
• Completes mandatory learning, competencies and CEU’s as required.
• Follows dress code policy.
• Maintains HIPAA compliance.
• Cleaning, stocking of supplies, and laundry to maintain a professional workspace.
• Other duties as consistent with this role.

Job Requirements

Job Knowledge and Skills

• Participates as an active learner.
• Effective reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Effective time-management to accomplish educational and patient care milestones.
• Knowledge of PACS software, McKesson Change Healthcare preferred.
• Knowledge of Electronic Medical Record, Epic preferred.
• Learns patient preparation, positioning, and scan acquisition according to protocol.
• Learns anatomy, pathology, and contrast enhancement on cross-sectional imaging.
• Learns to obtain symptom and relevant patient history to ensure medical necessity.
• Learns to routinely attempt to reduce radiation to patients and staff.
• Learns to understands daily QA and warm-up procedure of CT equipment.
• Learns to troubleshoot problems with CT equipment and contact service as needed.

Education and Experience

• Current ARRT certification required
• NH Imaging License required
• BLS Certification required
• CT Scan experience preferred
• Degree or certificate from an accredited radiologic technology program preferred

An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Lifting/carrying frequently up to 35 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.

Americans with Disabilities Statement

Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity.

Standard of Business Conduct

Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct.