CT Technologist Outpatient Imaging
About The Position
The CT Technologist I works under the supervision of the Senior CT Management Team and performs duties related to the CT scanner in a structured training environment. The role is designed for new graduates and technologists early in their careers, building technical skills, clinical judgment, and competency in computerized axial tomography systems while progressing toward independent practice. The position includes a structured onboarding and training program, progressive responsibility under supervision, and clinical rotations across East and West campus CT locations. These rotations develop competency with a broad range of CT procedures, patient populations, and clinical workflows. Employees who earn ARRT (CT) certification, complete departmental competency requirements, and fulfill clinical training milestones may be eligible for advancement to CT Technologist II.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology.
- Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist license; a temporary Massachusetts license is acceptable for new graduates.
- ARRT registration or eligibility in Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, or Computed Tomography.
- New graduates must obtain ARRT (R) certification within 3 months of hire.
- Must obtain ARRT (CT) certification within 12 months of hire.
- 0–1 year of related work experience.
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association; new hires have 30 days to provide certification.
- Experience with computer systems, including web-based applications and basic Microsoft Office programs, which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Access.
- Continued employment is contingent upon obtaining ARRT (R) and ARRT (CT) certifications within the required timeframes; failure to meet requirements may result in reassignment or termination in accordance with hospital policy.
- Ability to make decisions guided by established protocols and supervision and to address routine and moderately complex problems with support.
- Ability to work under supervision with increasing independence as competency develops.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English and communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff.
- Developing knowledge of CT practices, procedures, and departmental workflows.
- Ability to collaborate with team members and provide professional, respectful, patient-centered care.
- Competence to provide care to young adults (16–30 years), middle-aged patients (30–60 years), and elderly patients (60+ years).
- Ability to perform very heavy work, exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 50 pounds continually; the employee is physically active in all elements of the job.
- Staff must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology program; new graduates are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and position patients for CT examinations of various body parts, ensuring proper alignment and image quality.
- Enter scan-procedure instructions into the system and assist with monitoring scan performance.
- Assist in evaluating scan results for quality and completeness, with guidance as needed.
- Participate in image reconstruction, post-processing, and image quality review under supervision.
- Support radiologists and team members during routine imaging procedures and workflow.
- Respond to patients’ physical and psychological needs and explain procedures clearly to reduce anxiety.
- Use proper hand hygiene before and after patient contact.
- Observe patient condition and report changes to the nurse or physician.
- Maintain accurate and complete records of procedures performed.
- Ensure examinations are appropriately transmitted to PACS and related systems.
- Participate in daily room checks, equipment readiness, and inventory processes.
- Participate in quality assurance activities, including equipment readiness checks, phantom testing, image quality review, and departmental quality initiatives.
- Report incidents affecting patient care through appropriate reporting systems.
- Participate in structured onboarding, training, and clinical rotations across East and West campus CT locations.
- Develop competency in CT procedures through progressive responsibility and supervision.
- Complete departmental competency requirements, clinical procedure documentation, and CT training milestones.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
