CT Technologist
Boston, MA
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: CT Technologist

Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Perform high-quality computed tomography (CT) scans for diagnostic purposes, ensuring patient safety and comfort. Collaborate with radiologists and healthcare teams to provide accurate imaging results for diagnosis and treatment.

Schedule

• Monday & Wednesday, 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM

Essential Functions

• Perform CT imaging procedures according to physician orders and protocols.
• Ensure proper patient positioning and immobilization to optimize image quality and minimize radiation exposure.
• Review and verify patient information, including medical history and prior imaging.
• Operate and calibrate CT equipment, maintaining safety standards.
• Monitor patients during procedures for safety and comfort.
• Collaborate with radiologists for image interpretation and follow-up imaging requests.
• Maintain accurate documentation of procedures and patient data.
• Follow infection control and radiation safety protocols.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology or related field required.
• Experience cannot substitute for degree.

Licenses & Certifications

• State Radiologic Technologist License (Massachusetts) required.
• ARRT Registered Technologist (ARRT-R) preferred.
• ARRT Computed Tomography Certification (ARRT-CT) preferred.
• BLS certification required prior to onboarding.

Experience

• 3 to 5 years of experience as a CT Technologist in a hospital or imaging center required.
• 2 to 3 years of experience with advanced CT procedures (e.g., cardiac CT, trauma imaging) preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting CT equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to imaging protocols.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.
• Knowledge of radiation safety and infection control.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy.

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required.

Health & Compliance Requirements (Must be completed prior to start)

• Fit Test for N95 respirator (within 365 days, updated annually).
• Documentation of MMR vaccination or immunity.
• Influenza vaccine during flu season (Sept 15 – April 30), no exemptions.
• TB test documentation within 3 months of start date (skin test or blood test).
• Physician health statement within 365 days of start date.
• Criminal background checks including Massachusetts CORI, SSN trace, National Sex Offender Check, and exclusion checks.
• Resume including past 7 years of work experience.
• Two recent professional references (minimum one supervisor).
• Skills checklist and candidate submission coversheet.

Additional Preferred Health Requirements

• Hepatitis B vaccination or immunity preferred.
• Tdap vaccination within 10 years preferred.
• Positive PPD requires negative chest X-ray documentation.

This position requires direct patient care and adherence to strict safety and compliance standards.