CT Technologist
Boston, MA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

CT Technologist

Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (13 weeks)
Shift: Day Shift (07:00 - 19:30)

Job Description

• Operate CT equipment (CT scanner, Power Injector, Laser Printer, Patient monitoring devices) to acquire diagnostic images for physician use.
• Required to float among radiology clinics and divisions as needed.
• Prepare patients properly for imaging: positioning, immobilization, and use of protective shielding.
• Select appropriate imaging factors and image designated body parts.
• Explain exams to patients, considering their physical and emotional needs while maintaining confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Calibrate and verify equipment operation daily; report malfunctions.
• Perform Radiology Information System tasks: scheduling, completing exams, transferring images.
• Perform venipuncture for contrast administration under radiologist direction, following all policies.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-services, and maintain continuing education units (CEUs) per Massachusetts licensure and ARRT requirements.
• May oversee and instruct radiography and technology students.
• Prepare and stock equipment and supply rooms.
• Participate in research, quality assurance, and quality improvement projects.
• Assume on-call coverage and remain flexible for 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 exams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Valid CT Technologist license in Massachusetts.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a CT Technologist.
• Recent CT Technologist experience within the last year.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Registered Technologist (ARRT) certification.
• Experience working with Level 1 Trauma patients.
• Experience with Siemens CT equipment.

Credentials & Compliance Requirements (Must be completed prior to or upon onboarding)

• Professional Credentials:

  • Current ARRT certification.
  • Valid Massachusetts State Radiologic Technologist license (no conditional licenses accepted).
  • Professional license and certification primary source verification within 30 days of start date.
  • Criminal background check, including Massachusetts CORI and national sex offender registry.
  • Exclusion checks (OIG, GSA, MassHealth, NH Medicaid).
  • Education verification of highest degree achieved.
  • Resume including past 7 years of work experience with city and state.
  • Two professional references within 4 years, including at least one supervisor.
  • Skills checklist completed within 1 year.
  • Confirmation of assignment/POI form upon acceptance and for extensions.
  • Badge photo meeting specific guidelines (color photo, plain background, no headwear or eyeglasses).

• Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA, Red Cross, CHSF, or Military accepted; AHA preferred).

• Personal Health History:

  • Fit test for N95 respirator within 365 days of start date, updated annually.
  • Respirator Medical Clearance attestation (part of fit test record).
  • Documentation of MMR immunity (vaccines or blood test).
  • TB test documentation within 3 months of start date, updated if break >6 months.
  • Health statement signed by MD/DO/NP/PA within 365 days of start date, updated if break >6 months.
  • Positive PPD requires negative chest x-ray documentation (optional but recommended).
  • TB symptom survey if positive PPD (optional).

Additional Notes

• Must be flexible to rotate among various departments and off-site clinics.
• On-call and overtime coverage may be required.
• Must maintain professional conduct and patient confidentiality at all times.
• No onsite fit testing available; must be completed prior to start.
• No religious or medical exemptions allowed for fit testing.

This position is ideal for a CT Technologist with trauma and Siemens experience seeking a long-term assignment with varied clinical exposure and professional growth opportunities.