CT Technologist Per Deim

UMass Memorial Health•Worcester, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Per diem CT Technologist role at UMass Memorial Health. Performs computerized axial tomography procedures using standard CT equipment to assist physicians in screening and diagnosing illness and injury in patients of all ages. The technologist prepares and positions patients, promotes their comfort and modesty, follows department protocols, and supports radiologists during examinations and interventional procedures. The role may also include working as a Radiographic Technologist in other areas or modalities as needed. The technologist evaluates image quality, performs image reformations, prepares images for radiologist review through PACS, administers oral and IV contrast according to policy, maintains patient and procedure records, and supports patient transport, room readiness, equipment safety, and supply management. The position also involves orienting and training new CT technologists and students and practicing radiation-protection principles, including ALARA.

Requirements

ARRT certification in Radiology.
Radiologic Technologist (RTR) licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
CT subspecialty certification within one year of employment.
BLS certification.
Maintain area-specific ARRT and DPH continuing education units as required by regulation.

Responsibilities

Provide for patients’ psychological and physical needs during CT scans; prepare patients for exams and maintain their comfort and modesty.
Obtain and review CT requisitions, verify patient identity, and review radiologist protocols, patient questionnaires, and medication lists before procedures.
Assist with patient transfers, position and instruct patients, and perform CT procedures to obtain diagnostic images.
Follow department policies and procedures and adjust techniques as needed to produce high-quality studies with the lowest possible radiation dose.
Protect unaffected areas of the body from radiation using lead shields and prescribed safety standards.
Set up and operate CT scanners for routine and interventional studies, including biopsies, drainage, aspirations, and spinal injections.
Assist radiologists during procedures.
Evaluate scans for technical quality and determine whether additional scanning is required; sequence and label images and perform two- and three-dimensional reformations as directed or required by protocol.
Charge procedures and supplies in the department RIS system and complete examination records for identification, statistical, and billing purposes.
Prepare CT images for radiologist review through PACS.
Start IVs and administer oral and IV contrast according to policy and protocol; check for contraindications and notify the radiologist when needed.
Orient and train new CT technologists and students.
Maintain accurate patient records, including CT information, contrast reactions, radiation dose, and contrast dose.
Stock and clean scanner rooms, maintain orderly and supplied examination areas, and request supplies as needed.
Transport patients as needed.
Work as a Radiographic Technologist and perform duties in other areas or modalities as needed; maintain radiology-procedure competence through assigned rotations.
Report hazardous conditions and equipment failures promptly and remove defective equipment from service.
Practice ALARA radiation-protection principles, including use and exchange of personal dosimeters.
Follow departmental policies, procedures, and objectives; attend meetings and educational events as required; use quality-improvement practices; follow health and safety requirements; maintain respectful and professional interactions; and maintain reliable attendance.
Perform other similar and related duties as required or directed.