CT Technologist
Boston, Massachusetts
Brigham and Women's Hospital

Job Opportunity: CT Technologist

Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Evening (11:00 AM – 11:30 PM)

Job Description

• Operate CT equipment (CT scanner, Power Injector, Laser Printer, Patient monitoring devices) to acquire diagnostic images for physician use.
• Ensure proper patient preparation, 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.
• Perform venipuncture for contrast administration under radiologist direction, following all contrast policies.
• Calibrate and verify equipment operation daily; report malfunctions.
• Complete Radiology Information System tasks (scheduling, exam completion, image transfer).
• Float among radiology clinics and divisions as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-services, and maintain continuing education units (CEUs) per Massachusetts licensure and ARRT requirements.
• May oversee and instruct radiology and technology students.
• Prepare equipment rooms and stock supplies.
• Participate in research, quality assurance, and quality improvement projects.
• Assume on-call coverage and remain flexible with shift coverage and overtime.
• Transport and transfer patients according to departmental guidelines.
• Use independent judgment and initiative under pressure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program.
• Current Massachusetts State Radiologic Technologist and CT Technologist licenses.
• Registration in CT by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent.
• 2-3 years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred, with at least 1 year specifically in CT.
• Level 1 trauma and Siemens CT equipment experience required.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients under physical or emotional stress.
• Analytical abilities to understand imaging processes, techniques, procedures, and cross-sectional anatomy.

Certifications and Compliance Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA preferred; Red Cross accepted in some cases).
• Current N95 fit test within 365 days of start date, updated annually (no onsite fit testing).
• Respirator Medical Clearance (RMC) attestation if fit test required.
• Documentation of MMR vaccination or immunity.
• TB screening within 3 months of start date (skin test or blood test), updated if break >6 months.
• Physician health statement within 365 days of start date, updated if break >6 months.
• Criminal background checks including Massachusetts CORI, SSN trace, national sex offender registry, and exclusion checks (OIG, GSA, Medicaid lists) within 45 days prior to start date and updated annually.
• Verification of professional license and education.
• Submission of a recent professional color photo (no selfies, filters, headwear, or eyeglasses).
• Submission of resume with 7 years of work experience including city and state.
• Two professional references within 4 years, including at least one supervisor.
• Skills checklist completed within 1 year.
• Confirmation of assignment form required for onboarding.

Additional Notes

• Must be willing to rotate within the department, divisions, and off-site clinics.
• Must be flexible with shift coverage, overtime, and on-call responsibilities.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• This is a travel assignment in a Level 1 trauma center environment.

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