CT Technologist - PD

UMass Memorial Health•Worcester, MA

17h

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Director of Diagnostic Imaging, the CT Technologist performs a variety of computerized tomography examinations for patients of all ages to support physician interpretation and diagnosis of injury or disease. The position assists radiologists with diagnostic and interventional procedures, provides patient care, and follows radiation safety standards and guidelines to promote patient safety and service. The role also includes related clerical and service duties and assistance to other departments as needed. The position performs CT examinations in inpatient and outpatient settings, gathers clinical information, maintains patient records, completes related documentation and billing, positions and transfers patients, and helps physicians with interventional examinations. It also involves image quality control, sending studies to PACS, inventory and supply support, scheduling, urgent examination requests, contrast administration under physician direction, and establishing IV access in accordance with department policies. The posting lists mixed 12-hour shifts, including 7 a.m.–7 p.m., 11 a.m.–11 p.m., and 7 p.m.–7 a.m., with weekday and weekend scheduling. The stated hiring range is $35.46–$63.84, based on a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week; compensation is prorated for part-time or reduced schedules. A signing bonus may be available, with eligibility confirmed during the interview process.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited radiological program.
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or certified by the NMTCB in diagnostic CT.
Licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Demonstrated ability to provide quality patient care with minimal supervision in a fast-paced setting and collaborate with peers.
Verbal and written communication skills sufficient to communicate effectively with patients and families.
For the Milford Regional addendum: AART certification in Radiology or NMTCB certification in Nuclear Medicine, and RTR licensure in Massachusetts.
For the Milford Regional addendum: Take the initial ARRT CT Scan certification exam within six months of completing the required competencies; exam delays are reviewed case by case.
For the Milford Regional addendum: Pass the ARRT CT certification exam within 12 months.
For the Milford Regional addendum: Obtain BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Perform CT examinations for patients of all ages in inpatient and/or outpatient settings in accordance with departmental and professional standards and protocols.
Gather pertinent clinical data and maintain accurate patient records.
Complete records, paperwork, and billing accurately and submit them promptly.
Position and transfer patients appropriately and assist physicians with interventional examinations.
Complete examinations promptly, perform image quality control, and send studies to PACS for physician review.
Help maintain orderly inventory and arrange purchases of needed supplies.
Perform related duties, including responding to urgent examination requests and assisting with scheduling.
Under the direction of a radiologist or emergency room physician, perform CT examinations using contrast media according to department policies and procedures.
Establish IV access for contrast injection according to department policies and procedures.
Comply with departmental policies, procedures, objectives, and health and safety requirements.
Attend meetings, conferences, and seminars as required or directed.
Use quality improvement practices in daily operations.
Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
Perform other similar and related duties as required or directed.