CT-Wakefield-RI-Pay Negotiable

Talented Medical Solutions; Wakefield (RI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Talented Medical Solutions in Wakefield, RI seeks a qualified Computed Tomography Technologist to operate CT equipment and produce diagnostic images for physician interpretation. You will position patients, apply protocols and administer contrast media in accordance with department policy.

Required ARRT registration, state licensure and BLS, with CT experience preferred. You will uphold ALARA principles, transfer images to PACS and perform routine equipment checks in a fast-paced clinical

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program.
• ARRT registration is required.
• State radiologic technologist licensure and BLS certification required.
• CT imaging experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform computed tomography examinations on inpatients, outpatients and emergency patients.
• Verify patient identity and review each requisition for consistency with the clinical indication.
• Position patients and select protocols and technical factors to obtain diagnostic-quality images.
• Prepare and administer contrast media and monitor patients for adverse reactions.
• Apply ALARA principles and radiation safety practices to minimize exposure.
• Transfer images to PACS, maintain accurate records and perform routine equipment quality checks.

Skills

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

PACS/image transfer

Education

Accredited radiologic technology program

ARRT registration

State radiologic technologist licensure

BLS certification

CT imaging experience (preferred)

Job description

Computed Tomography Technologist

Job Summary

Operates computed tomography equipment to produce diagnostic cross-sectional images of patients for physician interpretation. Positions patients, selects appropriate protocols and technical factors, and administers contrast media in accordance with department policy. Applies radiation safety principles to minimize exposure to patients and staff.

Education & Experience

• Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program: Required
• Computed Tomography imaging experience: Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT): Required
• State radiologic technologist licensure and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification: Required

Key Responsibilities

• Perform computed tomography examinations on inpatients, outpatients and emergency patients.
• Verify patient identity and review each requisition for consistency with the clinical indication.
• Position patients and select protocols and technical factors to obtain diagnostic-quality images.
• Prepare and administer contrast media and monitor patients for adverse reactions.
• Apply ALARA principles and radiation safety practices to minimize exposure.
• Transfer images to PACS, maintain accurate records and perform routine equipment quality checks.