CT Technologist, Nashoba Valley, 24hr, Evenings (Float)
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Senior CT Scan Technologist and department leadership, provides direct patient care services and other related functions in support of the department. Performs independently within scope of department policies. Clinically works at the direction of a qualified Radiologist. Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities: 1. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives. 2. Attends a variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed. 3. Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations. 4. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements. 5. Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors. 6. Maintains regular, reliable, and predictable attendance. 7. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed. All responsibilities are essential job functions.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited radiological program.
- Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) or NMTCB certified in diagnostic CT.
- Licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- Demonstrated ability to provide quality patient care with minimal supervision in a fast-paced setting, collaborating with peers to product optimum results.
- Verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with patients and families.
Nice To Haves
- Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
Responsibilities
- Properly performs all CT scan examinations appropriate to the age of the patient in inpatient and/or outpatient settings, consistent with departmental and professional standards and protocols.
- Gathers pertinent clinical data and maintains accurate patient records.
- Accurately completes all records, paperwork and billings and submits promptly.
- Positions and transfers patients appropriately and assists physicians with interventional exams.
- Promptly and properly completes exams, performs QC on images and appropriately sends exams to PACS for the physicians to review.
- Assists in maintaining an orderly inventory and in arranging the purchase of needed supplies.
- Assists with other job-related duties including urgent exam requests and scheduling.
- Under the direction of a Radiologist or Emergency Room Physician, performs CT exams using contrast media according to department policy and procedures.
- Will establish IV access for contrast injection according to department policy and procedure.
- Travel between Marlborough and Nashoba/Groton as scheduled to provide operational, administrative, or departmental support.
- The float requirements only apply to UMass Memorial Nashoba Valley's newly hired staff
Benefits
- This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
