CT Technologist

. • Explains exam to patient taking into
consideration physical and emotional needs; maintains ethical standards
(patient confidentiality, professional conduct, etc.). Delivers patient care
under scope of license / training.• To maintain effective working relations and
communication with departmental and other hospital personnel, i.e.
professional, nursing, etc• Calibrate and verify the operation of all equipment
to be used during the workday. To notify appropriate personnel of equipment
malfunctions and repairs needed.• Execute paperwork and Radiology Information System
functions as necessary for each patient exam (e.g. schedule exam, complete
exam, transfer images to PACS, etc.).• Performs venipuncture for purposes of contrast
administration under the direction of a radiologist. Follow all hospital and
departmental contrast administration policies and procedures. • Attend staff meetings, in-services, and maintains
appropriate CEU's in accordance with Massachusetts State Licensure and A.R.R.T.
(American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) requirements.• May oversee and instruct various personnel and
technology students (medical radiography, CT, nuclear medicine) within the
department. • Prepare the equipment room and supplies
necessary for each patient and regular daily use. Stock and supply room as
needed.• To acknowledge and participate in research
programs, quality assurance and quality improvement projects carried on in the
department (i.e. cost containment).• To assume responsibilities for on-call coverage and
to remain flexible in all shift coverage and overtime situations as necessary.• Rotates within department, divisions and all
off site clinics, by shifts as required and needed; cooperates with all
personnel, promoting harmony within department.• Transport and transfer patients using
established procedures according to departmental guidelines.• Uses independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative
under pressure in a variety of situations when performing patient exams.• Performs all other duties as directed.• Must be a graduate of an approved
school of Radiologic technology; possess a current Massachusetts State
Radiologic and CT Technologist license and be registered in CT by the American
Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent. • 2-3 years' experience as a Radiologic
technologist preferred with at least one year in CT.• Must have interpersonal skills sufficient to