Internal Temporary Traveler CT (Overnight Saturdays and Sundays)

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Manager, performs a wide variety of specific and specialized duties and procedures to hospital in and outpatients in accordance with orders of physicians. Possesses the knowledge of procedures and policies related to the Radiology department, including specific knowledge of CT. Performs these duties using independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative. Assumes responsibility and quality of work in designated areas of procedures as required.

Essential Responsibilities

• Follows departmental guidelines and protocols in performance of all procedures in diagnostic radiology and CT, to include all infection control policies.
• Follows departmental guidelines and protocols in scheduling and documentation of exams and maintaining accurate and complete records relative to the examinations performed.
• Performs quality control on all equipment according to standard procedures.
• Greets all patients by appropriate title, provides education appropriate to the exam and provides a complete medical record to the Radiologist.
• Prepares, administers & documents, all contrast material / injection information as required by policy.

Required Qualifications

• MA Licensed in Radiography and Computed Tomography required; or current licensure as a Radiologic Technologist in the state of MA and must obtain Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist License/CT category within one year of hire.
• ARRT R (Radiography) or (N) Nuclear Medicine required.
• Basic Life Support – AHA required, or obtained within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• ARRT in Computed Tomography.
• Prior experience and knowledge with PACS and CR technology and minimum of 1 year experience in CT Scan.
• Experience with IV placement for contrast injections.

Competencies

• Decision Making: Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation.
• Problem Solving: Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.
• Independence of Action: Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations.

Work Environment

Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 50 pounds of force frequently. Work is physically demanding and requires extended periods of standing and/or moving.

Pay Range

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.