IRP - CT Technologist
Mass General Brigham
Summary
Under the guidance of the supervisor, performs all diagnostic procedures with the knowledge of all pertinent and academic areas to produce consistent, high-quality exams. Works effectively with patients and physicians and maintains a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental personnel. Prioritizes the patient as number one and to put forth the utmost quality as a technologist. May perform necessary procedures on patients in all age groups.
Job description
Job Summary
Under the guidance of the supervisor, performs all diagnostic procedures with the knowledge of all pertinent and academic areas to produce consistent, high-quality exams. Works effectively with patients and physicians and maintains a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental personnel. Prioritizes the patient as number one and to put forth the utmost quality as a technologist. May perform necessary procedures on patients in all age groups.
Essential Functions
- Perform cardiac and CT interventional procedures
- Assist the other technologists during procedures
- Ensure the proper exam is being administered to the patient. Consult provider as needed
- Review images and studies for proper identification and quality
- Checks patient history, and obtains appropriate waivers and forms, if applicable
- Identifies patient service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements
- Provides educational in-services to staff, advanced practice nurses and physician assistants
Qualifications
Education: Associate's Degree Radiologic Technology required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.
Licenses and Credentials: Radiologic Technologist and Technician [State License] preferred; Registered Technologist [R.T.(ARRT)] preferred; Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] preferred; Computed Tomography (ARRT) [R.T.(CT)(ARRT)] preferred.
Experience: CT experience preferred. Will consider graduates of a formal Radiologic Technology Training program with required license and registration. 2-3 years preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficiency with Information management subsystem software and computed tomography CT imaging software
- Ability to use computers and computer systems, set up functions, enter data, or process information
- Talking to others to convey information effectively
- Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job
- Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and transcription, and workplace terminology
Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology required
- No experience in lieu of degree accepted
- CT experience preferred
- Will consider graduates of a formal Radiologic Technology Training program with required license and registration
- 2-3 years CT experience preferred
- Proficiency with Information management subsystem software and computed tomography CT imaging software
- Ability to use computers and computer systems, set up functions, enter data, or process information
- Talking to others to convey information effectively
- Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job
- Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and transcription, and workplace terminology
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.