CT/Radiologic Technologist - Per Diem

Connecticut Children's • Hartford, CT

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About The Position

The CT/Radiologic Technologist operates general radiologic and CT imaging equipment to perform a variety of procedures on pediatric inpatients and outpatients. Under physician supervision, the technologist applies prescribed ionizing radiation solely to produce diagnostic-quality images and works under the direction of the Diagnostic Team Leader and Assistant Manager of Radiology. The role includes patient and family communication, coordination with the healthcare team, image-quality assurance, support for other department subsections, and teaching and mentoring technologists, students, and radiology residents. The technologist may provide coverage at off-site locations.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an accredited Diagnostic Radiologic Technology program.
• Board eligibility, adherence to ARRT board-eligibility standards, and subsequent licensing by the State of Connecticut.
• Computed Tomography board certification within one year of employment.
• Registered Technologist certification (R.T., ARRT).
• Current State of Connecticut Radiographer License.
• Computed Tomography board certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Competency in caring for patients at Connecticut Children’s regardless of age, disability, gender, or ethnicity.

Nice To Haves

• Previous pediatric experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain appropriate patient-care and imaging skills for neonatal and pediatric patients; review imaging orders for completeness and accuracy; involve patients, parents, and caregivers in care; explain procedures and allow time for questions.
• Use available resources and collaborate with department and healthcare-team members to perform requested exams accurately and promptly; notify appropriate parties about variations or changes to requested exams and support other department subsections as needed.
• Perform diagnostic radiology and CT exams for organizational areas and requesting physicians, including the ED, OR, clinics, and inpatient units; provide off-site coverage when needed.
• Ensure images meet diagnostic-quality standards, with appropriate shielding, side markers, coning, and exposure factors.
• Teach and mentor new technologists, student technologists, and radiology residents; evaluate their knowledge and skills and communicate evaluations to department and program coordinators.
• Operate CR, RIS, PACS, CD burner, and Nighthawk systems; ensure accurate transfer of physician, patient, and exam data between department and hospital systems; complete and scan relevant records and requests into the department RIS; report errors promptly.
• Follow hospital and department policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible team members.
• Hospital-paid life and disability coverage.
• Paid time off and leave programs.
• Education and training assistance.
• Retirement savings plan with hospital match; all team members may participate regardless of scheduled hours worked.
• Employment assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree