CT Scan Technologist

Midstate Radiology Associates•Meriden, CT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Midstate Radiology Associates (MRA) is hiring a part-time CT Scan Technologist at MidState Medical Center in Meriden. The technologist operates CT equipment and performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to established protocols to assist physicians with diagnosis and treatment. The role follows applicable department, hospital, state, ACR, TJC, and OSHA policies and procedures. The schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 12:00 PM–8:00 PM, every other week, for 16 hours every other week. Compensation is $36.00–$54.81 per hour, plus shift differentials of 12%–50% of the base rate; starting compensation is based on qualifications and experience. The position includes performing CT examinations, assisting with complex invasive procedures, supporting patient care and radiation safety, maintaining equipment and work areas, documenting and processing exam information, and collaborating with department staff. The technologist may also provide clinical supervision and instruction to students. The employer may change work assignments and make reasonable accommodations so qualified employees can perform essential job functions. The position may require night, weekend, or holiday call rotation and coverage at ancillary offices. It involves OSHA Class 1 exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may involve lifting or walking.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an AMA-approved radiology program.
Registration with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) and a CT state license.
Maintain continuing education credits as required by licensure.
Working knowledge of radiological technology, including anatomy, medical and surgical disease, and relevant scientific principles.
Knowledge of patient care standards, quality assurance, customer service, OSHA principles and practices, and TJC standards of practice.
Ability to operate CT equipment; organize and monitor patient flow; communicate effectively with patients, relatives, medical staff, and coworkers; maintain patient-record confidentiality; organize and complete work to required workloads; interpret and follow quality standards and government regulations; and follow specifications and instructions.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies and maintain basic life support (CPR).
Venipuncture certificate where applicable.
CPR certification may be required.
May be required to rotate on a night, weekend, and/or holiday call schedule and cover ancillary offices as needed.
OSHA Class 1 exposure to bloodborne pathogens; work may involve physical lifting and/or walking.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of experience as a radiological technologist.
ARRT Advanced CT Registry certification.
Associate or Applied Science degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic CT procedures, selecting appropriate exposure factors, algorithms, and scan fields based on patient age and diagnosis to produce technically accurate images.
Assist radiologists with complex invasive CT examinations using proper sterile technique and producing diagnostic images.
Start intravenous sites, assess existing sites, and administer intravenous contrast according to established protocols, when applicable.
Follow radiation safety standards, using appropriate shielding, exposure factors, and field sizes to protect patients and staff and meet regulatory requirements.
Maintain CT equipment in good operating order; clean and disinfect equipment and the area after use; keep the work area orderly; and report hazards or equipment breakdowns to a supervisor.
Demonstrate yearly competencies and adapt examinations to patients’ age, condition, and special requirements.
Review physician orders, requisitions, relevant laboratory results, and patient charts to ensure the correct procedure and protocol are used.
Document pertinent patient and examination information and store computerized images on archive media for future retrieval.
Prepare examinations for radiologist interpretation, including correct identification and processing, and set up films properly in the PACS system.
Enter procedure data accurately in the RIS to capture charges and other relevant information; use computer skills to prepare reports and correspondence.
Perform and document weekly equipment quality assurance testing according to established protocols.
Work collaboratively with department and other-unit team members to provide quality service.
Provide clinical supervision and instruction to students, applying department policies, procedures, and clinical competency processes to evaluate student growth and competence.