Per Diem CT Technologist

Facility: 55 Fogg Road, Weymouth, MA 02190

Status: Part time, varied shifts (no call required)

Pay

• $60/hour per diem pay rate
• Compensation pay range: $45.45 - $61.17
• Generous shift differentials
• $10,000 sign-on bonus for all full-time roles

Benefits

• Flexible shift options including full-time, part-time, and per diem
• Day, evening, or night shifts available
• New GE motion syringe-less injectors
• Exposure to a Level II Adult Trauma Center, Level III NICU, and the third busiest Emergency Department in the state
• Free parking/shuttle for all employees

Responsibilities

• Performs technical duties directly involved with the CT Scanner, including developing, initiating, and monitoring procedures for effective utilization of this unit.
• Maintains equipment for proper diagnostic imaging by cleaning daily and noting system problems to alert service engineers.
• Stocks rooms daily to maintain supplies.
• Sets up and adjusts equipment dependent on the exam, including calibrating the unit, setting control parameters, and checking dose limits.
• Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements.
• Explains procedures to patients and answers their questions about the examination.
• Performs IV access using sterile technique for administration of contrast agents.
• Reviews patient charts and requests with the Radiologist to ensure proper examination and diagnostic results.
• Communicates with patient units to ensure timely transport and completion of exam requests.
• Quality controls all images, maintains inventory, and adheres to safety regulations.
• Trains department personnel, including students, on how to perform a CAT scan.
• Uses extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology to obtain maximum diagnostic images.
• Follows set department protocols for imaging areas of interest.
• Embraces technological solutions to work processes and stays updated on new department-related and hospital-wide technology.
• Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment, including verifying patient identity, following hand hygiene guidelines, and adhering to universal precautions.

Requirements

• Formal training in Radiology Technology from an AMA-approved program.
• Minimum of three to four years of Radiologic experience; special procedures experience preferred.
• One year of exposure or training in CT to be proficient.

Qualifications

• Computed Tomography (CT) certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Computed Tomography (MA) license from the Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA) within 180 days of hire.