CT Technologist-1

South Shore Health • Weymouth, MA

1d • $45 - $61 • Onsite

About The Position

Participates in technical duties directly involved with the CT Scanner including developing, initiating and monitoring procedures for the effective utilization of this unit. South Shore Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system offering primary and specialty care, hospital care, home health and community care, emergency and urgent care, and preventative and wellness services. We are the largest independent health system in Southeastern Massachusetts. South Shore Health brings together like-minded people who work “As One” toward a common goal of providing exceptional care the people of our region deserve. We unite top-caliber talent, technology, and service with the wishes and personal needs of patients and their families to develop individualized treatment plans.

Requirements

• Formal training in Radiology Technology of AMA approved program.
• Minimum of three to four (3–4) years Radiologic experience and special procedures experience preferred.
• One (1) year exposure or training in CT to be proficient.
• Computed Tomography (CT) - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
• Computed Tomography (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts)
• BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) within 180 days of hire

Nice To Haves

• ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
• Computed Tomography (CT) - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Computed Tomography (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts)
• INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)
• INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)

Responsibilities

• Maintains equipment for proper diagnostic imaging.
• Sets up and adjusts equipment dependent on the exam.
• Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements. Explains and prepares the patient for the exam requested.
• Assists in the administration and administers appropriate contrast agents in order to render specific organs or systems more opaque.
• Reviews patient charts and requests with the Radiologist to assure the proper examination and diagnostic results are obtained.
• Quality controls all images, maintains inventory and adheres to safety regulations.
• Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology to obtain the maximum diagnostic image corresponding to body parts.
• Technology – Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices.
• Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed