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UMass Memorial Medical Group

CT Technologist - Baylor

UMass Memorial Medical Group, Hartford, Connecticut, United States,


CT Technologist - Baylor (SHARE)Remote Type:

On-site (100% Onsite)

Location:

Worcester, MA University Campus

Time Type:

Part time

Posted On:

Posted 30+ Days Ago

Job Requisition ID:

R24106021

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Schedule Details:

Friday, Saturday

Scheduled Hours:

1900-0700

Shift:

3 - Night Shift, 12 Hours (United States of America)

Hours:

24

Cost Center:

10020 - 3578 Cat Scan

Union:

SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)

This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a CaregiverAt UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve.

I. Major Responsibilities:

Provides care for the psychological and physical needs of patients for C.A.T. scans. Prepares patient for exams as required and ensures patient comfort and modesty always. Obtains and reviews the requisition for C.A.T. Scan. Properly identifies patients according to the NPSG.

Participates in transfer of patients if needed, positions and instructs patients regarding the procedure to obtain the desired diagnostic image and results.

Follows all department established and appropriate policies and procedures as required. Makes changes and adjustments to techniques as required by observance of Radiologist to obtain a high-quality study with the lowest possible dose.

Provides protection to unaffected areas of the body from radiation exposure utilizing lead shields in accordance with prescribed safety standards.

Performs complex specialized tasks associated with the performance of CAT scans. Sets up and operates CT Scanner for all CT interventional studies, which include biopsies, drainage, aspirations, and spinal injections.

Assists Radiologist during procedures as required.

Evaluates CT scans for technical quality; collates processed images in sequence and appropriate label. Evaluates CT scans to determine if additional scanning is required.

Prepares CT images for reading by Radiologist through PACs. Starts IVs and administers oral and IV contrast as per policy and protocol.

Orients and trains new CT Technologists and students.

Maintains accurate patient records, documents all CT information; including contrast reactions through the occurrence reporting system, radiation dose, and contrast dose.

Stocks and cleans scanner rooms, and notifies supervisor of supply needs.

Transport patients as needed.

Works as Radiographic Technologist and performs duties in other areas and/or modalities as needed.

Reports any hazardous conditions or equipment breakdown immediately to supervisor.

Maintains work area in clean and orderly condition and ensures that examination rooms are properly supplied with equipment and materials.

Understands and practices ALARA principles of Radiation Protection including the use and exchange of personal dosimeters.

II. Position Qualifications:

ARRT certification in Radiology is required.

RTR licensure in Commonwealth Massachusetts is required.

CT modality requires a Sub-specialty (CT) certification within 1 year of employment.

BLS certification is required.

Maintaining all area specific CEUs for ARRT, DPH according to regulation is required.

Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:

Work is considered sedentary. Position requires work indoors in a normal office environment.

Physical Demands should be adjusted as necessary. If the position requires that the individual be required to lift things, climb, move things, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time or engage in other physical activities, those activities should be generally described along with the approximate frequency of those activities.

7p-7a Friday & Saturday - work 24 hours, paid for 30

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player, and Be Kind.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.

If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.

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