CT Technologist
Chelsea, Massachusetts
Mass General Hospital Chelsea Healthcare Center

Job Opportunity: CT Technologist

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

Job Summary

• Operate CT scanners following physician orders and protocols to produce detailed diagnostic and interventional scans of patients' head and body.
• Perform patient care tasks including assisting patients on/off the scanner, verifying patient identification, entering patient information, and ensuring proper archiving of files.
• Maintain department facilities and stay updated on outpatient procedures and policies.
• Adjust scanner and injector settings for exams, perform imaging according to protocols or Radiologist requests, and ensure correct labeling and transmission of images to PACS.
• Communicate effectively with patients, considering their physical, emotional, and language needs to ensure compliance and understanding.

Required Credentials & Certifications

• ARRT or NMTCB registration in Radiography and Computed Tomography.
• Applicable state licensure(s) in Radiography (Massachusetts Conditional Licenses NOT accepted).
• BLS certification (AHA preferred).
• Influenza vaccine during flu season (Sept 15 - April 30), no exemptions allowed.
• Fit Test for N95 respirator within 365 days of start date, updated annually.
• Documentation of MMR vaccination or immunity.
• TB test documentation within 3 months of start date, updated if there is a >6 month break.
• Physician health statement within 365 days of start date, updated if >6 month break.
• Criminal background checks including Massachusetts CORI, SSN trace, National Sex Offender Check, and exclusion checks (OIG, GSA, MassHealth, NH Medicaid).
• Resume including past 7 years of work experience with city and state.
• Two recent references (minimum one supervisor or above in skillset).
• Skills checklist and candidate submission coversheet required for submission.

Preferred / Optional

• Hepatitis B vaccination or immunity preferred.
• Tdap vaccine within 10 years preferred.
• Positive PPD with negative chest x-ray documentation if applicable.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: CT Technologist
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard competency expected for CT Technologist role.
• Prior travel experience: Not required.

Additional Information

• Must adhere to all departmental and hospital policies.
• Flexibility and adaptability to departmental needs are important.
• Primary source verification of licenses and certifications required within 30 days of start date and updated upon expiration.

This position is ideal for CT Technologists seeking a 13-week long-term assignment in Massachusetts with a reputable healthcare system.