CT Technologist with Sign on Bonus and New Enhanced Pay Rates!

South Shore Health; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Shift differentials

Flexible shifts

No on-call

Free parking

Job summary

South Shore Health is seeking a CT Technologist to operate and manage CT imaging procedures. You will accept patients, prepare them for CT exams, and administer contrast as needed, while ensuring imaging quality and safety standards.

Ideal candidate has AMA approved radiology training, multiple years of radiologic experience with CT, and ARRT CT certification. Evening shifts with weekend coverage and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Formal training in Radiology Technology from an AMA approved program.
• 3–4 years Radiologic experience; CT exposure preferred.
• ARRT CT certification and MA Radiation Control Program certification.
• BLS certification (AHA) within 180 days of hire.
• Evenings with every other weekend shift.

Responsibilities

• Maintains CT equipment and ensures proper diagnostic imaging.
• Sets up and calibrates CT unit; adjusts slice thickness and bed increment.
• Accepts patients, assesses needs, and explains the exam.
• Assists in administering contrast agents and IV access when needed.
• Reviews patient charts and communicates with Radiologist for exam accuracy.
• Ensures image quality and safety, including inventory and protective measures.
• Uses anatomy knowledge for proper patient positioning to optimize imaging.

Skills

CT imaging

Anatomy knowledge

Safety protocols

Education

AMA approved radiology program

Tools

ARRT-CT

Job description

Requisition Number:

R-23267

Facility:

LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg RoadWeymouth, MA 02190

Department Name:

SSH Imaging CT

Status:

Full time

Budgeted Hours:

40

Shift:

Evening (United States of America)

Compensation Pay Range:

$48.60 - $70.20

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Participates in technical duties directly involved with the CT Scanner including developing, initiating and monitoring procedures for the effective utilization of this unit.

1. Maintains equipment for proper diagnostic imaging.

• Maintains equipment by cleaning daily.
• Notes any system problems to alert service engineer.
• Alerts supervisor of system problems and when a service engineer has been alerted.
• Maintains supplies by stocking rooms daily.

2. Sets up and adjusts equipment dependent on the exam.

• Sets up equipment and calibrates unit.
• Sets control according to exam standard for slice thickness and bed increment.
• Checks all dose limits that will be needed for each exam being preformed

3. Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements. Explains and prepares the patient for the exam requested.

• Goes to waiting room, dressing rooms and corridors to accept patient.
• Assesses patient needs to determine proper handling.
• Explains procedure to patients to prepare them for the examination.
• Answers all questions patient may have about examination.

4. Assists in the administration and administers appropriate contrast agents in order to render specific organs or systems more opaque.

• Performs IV access, using sterile technique, for administration of contrast.
• Marks all I.V. supplies properly.

5. Reviews patient charts and requests with the Radiologist to assure the proper examination and diagnostic results are obtained.

• Reviews patient charts checking physician orders.
• Reviews with the Radiologist requests and charts for proper examination.
• Communicates with patient units to assure timely transport and completion of exam request.

6. Quality controls all images, maintains inventory and adheres to safety regulations.

• Checks all images to assure quality of exam.
• Checks all image transfers complete and correct, using image transfer management equipment
• Adheres to safety regulations for both patient and employee safety.
• Checks inventory of contrast, IV supplies and paper products daily
• Trains department personnel, including students, on how to perform a CAT Scan.

7. Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology to obtain the maximum diagnostic image corresponding to body parts.

• Reviews exam request to determine area of interest.
• Uses practical knowledge of anatomy for proper positioning to obtain maximum diagnostic information, as evidenced by the image taken.
• Follows set department protocols for imaging area of interest.

8. Technology – Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices.

• progress in knowledge of new dept related technology
• progress in knowledge of new technology instituted hospital wide

9. Safety Awareness – Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.

• Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done.
• Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications.
• Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal read back to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order.
• Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper hand washing, as observed by nurse manager and peers.
• Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites.
• Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.
• Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.
• Adheres to universal precautions.
• Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.
• Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education - Preferred

• Formal training in Radiology Technology of AMA approved program.

Minimum Work Experience

• Minimum of three to four (3–4) years Radiologic experience and special procedures experience preferred.
• One (1) year exposure or training in CT to be proficient.

Required License

• Computed Tomography (CT) - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Computed Tomography (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts)

Required Certification

• BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) within 180 days of hire

• 10 hour evenings with every other weekend .

License/Registration/Certification Requirements:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
• Computed Tomography (CT) - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Computed Tomography (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts)
• Computed Tomography (NMTCB) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)

South Shore Health is looking to grow their talented and dedicated CT Technologist team and would love to have you join us! There are so many amazing reasons to work for South Shore Health, but here are just a few:

• New competitive pay rates!
• Generous shift differentials
• $10,000 sign on bonus for all full-time roles
• Work Life Balance: Flexible shift options including full-time, part-time and per diem
• Day, evening or night shifts available with NO CALL!
• New GE motion syringe-less injectors
• Career Growth: Exposure to a Level II Adult Trauma Center, Level III NICU and the third busiest Emergency Department in the state
• Free Parking/Shuttle for all employees
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance: Starts day 1