Travel CT Technologist - $2,981 per week

About the role

Under general supervision and following established procedures, operates CT equipment (e.g. CT scanner, Power Injector, Laser Printer, Patient monitoring devices, etc.) to acquire images for use by physicians in diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. Staff will be required to float among radiology clinics and divisions associated with BWH as needed. Level 1 trauma and Siemen’s experience is required!

Responsibilities

• Operates CT equipment to obtain diagnostic images and information according to departmental protocol. Ensures the patient is properly prepared, positioned, immobilized and uses protective shield on the patient as needed.
• Selects proper imaging factors, and images the designated portion(s) of the body.
• Explains exam to patient taking into consideration physical and emotional needs; maintains ethical standards (patient confidentiality, professional conduct, etc.). Delivers patient care under scope of license / training.
• Maintains effective working relations and communication with departmental and other hospital personnel, i.e. professional, nursing, etc.
• Calibrates and verifies the operation of all equipment to be used during the workday. Notifies appropriate personnel of equipment malfunctions and repairs needed.
• Executes paperwork and Radiology Information System functions as necessary for each patient exam (e.g. schedule exam, complete exam, transfer images to PACS, etc.).
• Performs venipuncture for purposes of contrast administration under the direction of a radiologist. Follows all hospital and departmental contrast administration policies and procedures.
• Attends staff meetings, in-services, and maintains appropriate CEU's in accordance with Massachusetts State Licensure and A.R.R.T. requirements.
• May oversee and instruct various personnel and technology students (medical radiography, CT, nuclear medicine) within the department.
• Prepares the equipment room and supplies necessary for each patient and regular daily use. Stocks and supplies room as needed.
• Acknowledges and participates in research programs, quality assurance and quality improvement projects carried on in the department (i.e. cost containment).
• Assumes responsibilities for on-call coverage and remains flexible in all shift coverage and overtime situations as necessary.
• Rotates within department, divisions and all off site clinics, by shifts as required and needed; cooperates with all personnel, promoting harmony within department.
• Transports and transfers patients using established procedures according to departmental guidelines.
• Uses independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative under pressure in a variety of situations when performing patient exams.
• Performs all other duties as directed.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an approved school of Radiologic technology.
• Possess a current Massachusetts State Radiologic and CT Technologist license.
• Registered in CT by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent.
• 2-3 years' experience as a Radiologic technologist preferred with at least one year in CT.
• Must have interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with patients who may be under physical and / or emotional stress.
• Must possess analytical abilities necessary to acquire and effectively utilize knowledge of imaging processes, techniques, and procedures and cross sectional anatomy.

Schedule

• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, evenings