CT Technologist
Boston, MA
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3x12 hrs, Days

CT Technologist - Brigham & Women's Hospital, Boston, MA

Hospital System: Mass General Brigham
Facility: Brigham & Women's Hospital
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Specialty: CT Technologist

Job Description

• Operate CT equipment (CT scanner, Power Injector, Laser Printer, Patient monitoring devices) to acquire diagnostic images for physician use.
• Must have Level 1 trauma and Siemens CT experience.
• Required to float among radiology clinics and divisions within Brigham & Women's Hospital as needed.
• Prepare, position, immobilize patients, and use protective shielding as appropriate.
• Select proper imaging factors and image designated body parts according to departmental protocols.
• Explain exams to patients considering their physical and emotional needs while maintaining patient confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Deliver patient care within scope of license and training.
• Maintain effective communication and working relationships with hospital personnel including professional and nursing staff.
• Calibrate and verify operation of equipment daily; report malfunctions.
• Complete necessary paperwork and Radiology Information System functions (scheduling, exam completion, image transfer to PACS).
• Perform venipuncture for contrast administration under radiologist direction, following hospital policies.
• Attend staff meetings, in-services, and maintain CEUs per Massachusetts licensure and ARRT requirements.
• May oversee and instruct personnel and students in medical radiography, CT, and nuclear medicine.
• Prepare equipment room and supplies for patients and daily use; restock as needed.
• Participate in research, quality assurance, and quality improvement projects.
• Assume on-call coverage and remain flexible with shift coverage and overtime.
• Rotate within department, divisions, and off-site clinics as required.
• Transport and transfer patients according to departmental guidelines.
• Use independent judgment and initiative under pressure during patient exams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology school.
• Current Massachusetts State Radiologic Technologist license.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent.
• Registered in CT by ARRT or equivalent; must maintain ARRT CT certification.
• 2-3 years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred, with at least 1 year in cross-sectional anatomy courses.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients under physical and/or emotional stress.
• Analytical abilities to acquire and utilize knowledge of imaging processes, techniques, procedures, and cross-sectional anatomy.

Required Credentials and Compliance

• Current Massachusetts CT license and ARRT (CT) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA, Red Cross, CHSF, or Military accepted).
• Fit Test for N95 respirator within 365 days of start date, updated annually.
• Documentation of MMR vaccination or immunity.
• TB screening (skin test or blood test) within 3 months of start date, updated if >6 months break.
• Health statement signed by MD/DO/NP/PA within 365 days of start date.
• Criminal background checks including Massachusetts CORI, SSN trace, national sex offender registry, and exclusion checks.
• Documentation of two measles, two mumps, and one rubella vaccine or proof of immunity.
• Influenza vaccine required during flu season (Sept 15 - April 30).
• Hepatitis B vaccination or immunity strongly preferred.
• Respirator Medical Clearance (RMC) attestation.
• Verification of highest education level.
• Submission of recent professional references and skills checklist.
• Resume including past 7 years of work experience with city and state.
• Participation in departmental and hospital compliance and credentialing processes.

Additional Notes

• Must submit a professional color photo (no selfies, no filters, plain background, no eyeglasses).
• Must be flexible with shift rotations and locations within the hospital system.
• Participation in quality improvement and research initiatives is expected.
• May be required to instruct and oversee students and other personnel.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a Level 1 trauma center with advanced CT technology and a collaborative healthcare team.