CT Technologist, Martha's Vineyard Hospital

Mass General Brigham•Oak Bluffs, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist performs patient examinations using radiographic, fluoroscopic, and CAT scan equipment and protocols to obtain diagnostic-quality images. The role responds to service requests promptly and provides patient care across a broad range of age groups, adapting communication and care to patients’ developmental and psychological needs. This position is full time at 36 hours per week, onsite at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital, with a rotating shift. A $20,000 sign-on bonus is offered; details are discussed during the interview process. The technologist operates fixed radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment, C-arms, and portable x-ray equipment, and has experience with MRI scanning. The role includes patient safety and radiation protection, maintaining clean and orderly work areas, using departmental systems including EPIC and PACS, coordinating with teleradiology when needed, and supporting reception, film library, and transport functions. The technologist maintains continuing education and complies with hospital policies and standards.

Requirements

Other Certificate/Diploma in Radiology required.
Bachelor of Science or equivalent, completion of a two-year AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program, and one year of clinical training in CAT scanning techniques at a JCAHO-approved facility.
Two to three years of experience required.
Current, unencumbered Massachusetts license to practice.
ARRT registration in Radiography and eligibility for ARRT registration in CAT scanning.
Registered Technologist (ARRT-R) credential required.
Radiologic Technologist state license required.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to make timely independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Ability to interact tactfully with staff, patients, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies or personnel, and the general public.
Leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel.
Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret Radiology Department program goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Ability to maintain supplies and equipment and the appearance of the department.
Patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm.
Ability to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing practices.
Must be at least 23 years of age.
Experience with EPIC, starting IVs, and MRI scanning.
Ability to operate standard C-arm equipment under sterile and non-sterile conditions and portable x-ray equipment.
Ability to maintain a repeat rate of 6% or below.

Responsibilities

Perform patient examinations using radiographic, fluoroscopic, and CAT scan equipment and protocols to obtain diagnostic-quality images.
Respond to on-demand service requests in a timely manner and maintain expected production volumes and schedules.
Operate radiographic and fluoroscopic fixed equipment, standard C-arms under sterile and non-sterile conditions, and portable x-ray units.
Apply radiation protection and shielding procedures and attend to the physical safety of patients and staff.
Maintain clean, orderly examination areas and ensure supplies are maintained for exams and procedures.
Provide courteous and professional service to patients and visitors.
Use departmental and hospital information systems as needed for patient care, including EPIC; correct exam selections in EPIC when necessary.
Submit help desk tickets when needed, communicate with teleradiology when necessary, and check PACS after completing exams.
Follow two-patient-identifier procedures and adhere to sterile procedures in the operating room.
Print films or CDs when requested.
Participate in reception-area, film-library, and patient-transport functions.
Maintain required continuing education credits and improve performance through education.
Provide age-appropriate care and communication, evaluate developmental and physiological norms, and adapt approaches to patients’ psychological development.
Identify potential illness-related lifestyle changes affecting discharge planning, develop plans accordingly, and identify increased physical or emotional dependency needs.
Evaluate patient support systems and assess for signs and symptoms of abuse or neglect, referring concerns to appropriate personnel or community agencies.
Be familiar with the appropriate forms for workplace injuries and patient incidents, including extravasations, allergic reactions, and falls.
Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all policies and standards.