CT Technologist, Overnights
Mass General Brigham
Summary
Under the general direction from the manager, the incumbent prepares, sets up and operates the CT Scanners following specific physician orders. Produces detailed computer-generated scans for diagnostic and interventional information.
Job description
Job Summary
Under the general direction from the manager, the incumbent prepares, sets up and operates the CT Scanners following specific physician orders. Produces detailed computer-generated scans for diagnostic and interventional information.
- Performs a variety of patient care tasks; assists patients onto 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.
- Competent in all routine outpatient CT exams.
- Obtains ARRT or NMTCB (R), (T) or (N) registration, applicable state licensure.
- 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 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 or NMTCB Registry required
- Massachusetts license required
- Advanced CT registry within one year
- BLS within 90 days of hire
Requirements
- Certificate/Diploma in medical imaging required
- Associate's preferred
- ARRT or NMTCB Registry required
- Massachusetts license required
- Advanced CT registry within one year
- BLS within 90 days of hire
Benefits
- Sign-On Bonus
- Competitive Differentials
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Discounted Public Transit Passes
- Parking
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Hospital Holidays
- Employer-Funded Pension
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Company Retirement Plan Match
Company overview
Mass General Brigham is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, formed through the merger of Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, this academic medical center system operates multiple hospitals, specialty facilities, and community health centers throughout New England. The organization is renowned for its world-class patient care, cutting-edge medical research, and comprehensive medical education programs. As a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School, Mass General Brigham trains the next generation of healthcare professionals while advancing medical science through groundbreaking research initiatives. The system provides a full continuum of healthcare services, from primary care and preventive medicine to complex specialty treatments and emergency services. With a focus on innovation and patient-centered care, Mass General Brigham consistently ranks among the top hospital systems in the nation for clinical excellence and research output.