Technologist, Rad Ii-Ct Scan Share

UMass Memorial Health•Worcester, MA

16h•$39 - $56

About The Position

Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday. Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Hiring Range: $39.30 - $55.90 Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations . Schedule Details: Friday, Holidays - Every Third Holiday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday Scheduled Hours: 1030p-7a Shift: 3 - Night Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America) Hours: 24 Cost Center: 10010 - 3578 CAT Scan Union: SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees) This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process. Everyone Is a Caregiver At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day. Prepares patient for exams as required and insures patient comfort and modesty always. Performs Computerized Axial Tomography Scan procedures according to department procedure using standard C.A.T. Scan equipment to apply prescribed ionizing radiation to assist physicians in the screening and diagnosis of patient illness and injury for patients of all ages. Performs related tasks such as assisting patients in positioning for correct anatomical exposure, maintaining order and cleanliness of work area and performing routine clerical tasks. Works as technologist and performs duties in other areas and/or modalities as necessary. Prepares patient for exams as required and insures patient comfort and modesty always. Performs Computerized Axial Tomography Scan procedures according to department procedure using standard C.A.T. Scan equipment to apply prescribed ionizing radiation to assist physicians in the screening and diagnosis of patient illness and injury for patients of all ages. Performs related tasks such as assisting patients in positioning for correct anatomical exposure, maintaining order and cleanliness of work area and performing routine clerical tasks. Works as technologist and performs duties in other areas and/or modalities as necessary.

Requirements

ARRT certification in Radiology is required.
RTR licensure in Commonwealth Massachusetts is required.
CT modality requires a Sub-specialty (CT) certification within 1 year of employment.
BLS certification is required.
Maintaining all area specific CEUs for ARRT, DPH according to regulation is required.

Responsibilities

Provides care for the psychological and physical needs of patients for C.A.T. scans.
Prepares patient for exams as required and insures patient comfort and modesty always.
Obtains and reviews the requisition for C.A.T. Scan.
Properly identifies patients according to the NPSG.
Reviews Radiologist imaging protocol, patient questionnaire and medication home list before any procedure is performed.
Participates in transfer of patients if needed, positions and instructs patients regarding the procedure to obtain the desired diagnostic image and results.
Follows all department established and appropriate policies and procedures as required.
Makes changes and adjustments to techniques as required by observance of Radiologist to obtain a high-quality study with the lowest possible dose.
Provides protection to unaffected areas of the body from radiation exposure utilizing lead shields in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
Performs complex specialized tasks associated with the performance of CAT scans.
Sets up and operates CT Scanner for all CT interventional studies, which include biopsies, drainage, aspirations, and spinal injections.