CT Technologist
Boston, MA
Assured Nursing
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

SummaryMonday-Friday (4 10-hour shifts) Hours 7:30a-6pUnder 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 understandingAdjusts scanners and injectors to correct settings for all exams to set automated and manual technical factors to safely image patientsPerforms required imaging using the appropriate equipment according to department protocol and/or Radiologist requestEnsures exams are labeled correctly prior to transmission to PACS, ensures images successfully arrive in PACSAdheres to all departmental and hospital policies.