Radiology - CT Tech

CT Technologist

Reporting to the Section Leader of CT, the CT Technologist utilizes computed tomography to produce images that assist in the diagnosis of disease and injury.

Job Functions

• Secures diagnostic images using advanced equipment and techniques to provide comprehensive care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• Ensures compliance with all Federal and State regulations and departmental policies regarding radiation control.
• Participates in ongoing education and documentation, including concepts of dose optimization and safe operating procedures.
• Assists in the strategic development of CT services to adapt to evolving customer needs and support service growth.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of procedures for efficient unit operations.
• Adheres to Joint Commission, state, federal, and local regulatory laws, standards, and protocols.
• Fosters effective relationships within and outside the department.
• Maintains compliance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures.
• Ensures quality standards are met in patient care across all age groups, from neonate to geriatric.
• Stays current with the latest developments in CT technology and practices.
• Demonstrates basic patient education skills.
• Accurately documents patient medical information.
• Follows established patient identification protocols.
• Assists in evaluating new imaging equipment as required.
• Interacts professionally with patients, vendors, colleagues, and medical staff.
• Acts as a preceptor for new employees and trains students, interns, and externs as necessary.
• Promotes service excellence and maintains performance standards.
• Completes mandatory competencies, Healthstream courses, and maintains required licensure, certifications, and accreditations.
• Participates in hospital and Imaging Services committees when assigned.
• Maintains and supports patient rights to care, privacy, and respect.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or Nuclear Medicine required.
• Experience: Two or more years of experience as a CT Technologist preferred.
• Licensure and Certification:
  • Current advanced ARRT CT registration strongly preferred.
  • Current licensure as a Radiologic Technologist or CT Technologist in Massachusetts required.
  • BLS healthcare provider certification required.