Job Summary
CT Technologist. The position operates computed tomography equipment to acquire diagnostic images supporting the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. Responsibilities include patient preparation, image acquisition, contrast administration, equipment calibration, and collaboration with radiology and clinical personnel while maintaining patient safety and confidentiality.
Job Details
- Required Qualifications: Graduate of an approved radiologic technology program; current Massachusetts State Radiologic and CT Technologist licenses; registration in computed tomography through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent; Level 1 trauma experience; experience with manufacturer-specific computed tomography equipment; interpersonal skills to effectively support patients experiencing physical or emotional stress; and analytical ability to apply imaging processes, techniques, procedures, and cross-sectional anatomy.
- Preferred Qualifications: Two to three years of experience as a radiologic technologist, including at least one year of computed tomography experience.
- Schedule: Night shift, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.; 12-hour shifts; 36 hours per week; weekends required; shift does not rotate.
- Additional Information: Operates computed tomography equipment according to departmental protocols; prepares, positions, immobilizes, and protects patients during examinations; explains procedures while addressing patient needs; performs venipuncture for contrast administration under radiologist direction; calibrates equipment and reports malfunctions; completes required Radiology Information System functions and transfers images to the Picture Archiving and Communication System; transports patients according to established procedures; participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities; and may instruct students and other department personnel. Rotation among radiology clinics, divisions, and off-site clinics may be required.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
