Cat Scan Technologist

Cape Cod Healthcare•Hyannis, MA

About The Position

The CT Technologist performs computerized tomography scanning procedures requiring technical attention to detail and independent judgment. The role includes operating CT equipment and related peripheral hardware, selecting imaging techniques and protocols, preparing and positioning patients, and applying ionizing radiation according to established practices and procedures. The technologist supports patient safety and comfort, maintains equipment and records, evaluates image quality, and works with physicians, nurses, radiologists, and other staff. The position also requires compliance with department and hospital policies, radiation protection, infection control, quality assurance, and patient confidentiality requirements.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Valid Massachusetts State License from the Massachusetts Radiation Control Board in Radiography and CT.
Meet one of the stated certification qualifications: current ARRT registration in CT, or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board certification in Cat Scan (CT).
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

Perform CT scanning procedures and operate the control console and peripheral equipment.
Select appropriate imaging techniques and protocols.
Set up, maintain, adjust, and calibrate equipment, including daily calibration checks.
Position patients and adjust immobilization devices to obtain requested images while observing safety, quality assurance, and infection control standards.
Receive imaging requests; explain procedures and answer patient questions to reduce anxiety and obtain cooperation.
Provide for patients’ physical and psychological needs and help maintain their safety and comfort during examinations.
Assist physicians and nurses with patient monitoring and treatment during procedures.
Record required information to maintain permanent records of significant or functional anatomical or pathological data.
Review CT images and cross-sectional anatomy promptly and relay emergent findings to the radiologist.
Start IVs for contrast-enhanced CT exams and provide or communicate oral contrast instructions to patients or nurses.
Apply radiation protection principles, including beam restriction, patient shielding, and appropriate exposure factors, to minimize radiation exposure.
Coordinate work to support productivity, efficiency, and timely completion in accordance with department procedures.
Evaluate images for technical quality and maintain proficiency with the EMR and PACS systems.
Maintain radiology records that ensure proper patient identification.
Assist physicians with radiographic contrast administration, or administer contrast directly when trained and authorized by the radiologist.
Maintain knowledge of departmental and hospital policies and procedures, including fire and disaster plans, and comply with infection control policies.
Participate in professional development and meet continuing education requirements set by the ARRT and Massachusetts state licensing authorities.
Maintain ethical relationships and patient confidentiality.
Provide service excellence to patients, families, visitors, volunteers, and coworkers.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.