CT Technologist

Job Summary

Per-diem, MGH Chelsea Outpatient. Under the general direction from the manager, the incumbent prepares, sets up and operates the CT scanners following specific physician orders and protocols.

• Produces detailed computer-generated scans of patient's head/body for diagnostic and interventional information.
• Performs a variety of patient care tasks; assists patients on and off the scanner, verifies identification prior to scan, enters patient information into system from requisitions and ensures files are archived onto local media and networked to RELAY/PACS and completed properly in RIS.
• Maintains facilities in proper order.
• Must keep abreast of all outpatient procedures/policies within the CT Dept.
• Engages in additional duties as assigned while maintaining flexibility and adaptability to departmental needs.
• Obtains ARRT or NMTCB (R), (T) or (N) registration, applicable state licensure(s) – (Radiography)(Computed Tomography).
• Confirms correct patient and exam to be performed through patient confirmation and interview, patient history, medical record, appropriately modifying and documenting as needed to ensure accurate imaging and records.
• Explains exam to patient taking into consideration individual physical, emotional and language needs; Ensures patient compliance and understanding.
• Adjusts scanners and injectors to correct settings for all exams and is able to set automated and manual technical factors to safely image patients.
• Performs required imaging using the appropriate equipment according to department protocol and/or Radiologist request.
• Ensures exams are labeled correctly prior to transmission to PACS, ensures images successfully arrive in PACS.
• Adheres to all departmental and hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Certificate/Diploma in medical imaging required, Associate's preferred
• ARRT (R) or (T) or NMTCB Registry required
• MA state licensure(s) (R) (T) or (N) License required
• CT Certification required within 1 year
• BLS required within 90 days