Radiologic Technologist: Mammography Cross-Train + $5k Sign-On

The Hospital of Central Connecticut; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $5,000

Job summary

The Hospital of Central Connecticut in New Britain, CT, seeks a Radiologic Technologist with potential cross-training in Mammography to perform diagnostic radiographic imaging in an acute-care setting and to support fluoroscopy and OR procedures as needed.

The role emphasizes radiation safety, accurate documentation in EMR/RIS/PACS, timely exam completion, and providing high-quality patient care per department protocols. CT license and ARRT certification are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Radiography program.
• State of Connecticut Radiographer license
• ARRT certification in Radiography required
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Responsibilities

• Performs Radiologic examinations on identified patients according to department procedures and protocols by positioning patients, and operating radiographic equipment while utilizing the assessment of patient age and diagnosis to produce high quality images.
• Performs fluoroscopic procedures as needed and may operate C-arm in the OR.
• Minimizes radiation exposure by using shielding, proper exposure factors and radiation safety standards.
• Accurately inputs procedural information into EMR, RIS and PACS to capture exams, charges and clinical data.
• Obtains all relevant patient information including labs and medications to ensure exam alignment with clinical requests.

Skills

Radiography

Patient care

Equipment operation

Cross-training

Education

Connecticut Radiographer license

ARRT certification in Radiography

BLS certification

Job description

The Hospital of Central Connecticut in New Britain, CT, seeks a Radiologic Technologist with potential cross-training in Mammography to perform diagnostic radiographic imaging in an acute-care setting and to support fluoroscopy and OR procedures as needed.

The role emphasizes radiation safety, accurate documentation in EMR/RIS/PACS, timely exam completion, and providing high-quality patient care per department protocols. CT license and ARRT certification are required.