Job Information
Beth Israel Lahey Health CT Scan Technologist, 40hr - Nights in Winchester, Massachusetts
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Job Type:
Regular
Scheduled Hours:
40
Work Shift:
Night (United States of America)
NEW RATES
$15,000 Sign - On Bonus
Under the direction of the CAT scan supervisor, performs Computerized Tomography procedures in accordance with established department protocols. Assists Radiologists during special procedures as needed.
SCHEDULE:
Week 1: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday - 9:00pm-7:00am
Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday - 9:00pm-7:00am
Job Description:
Greets escorts, assesses, educates and identifies patients making the patients feel welcomed and comfortable and fulfilling all safety and quality checks, including verifying exam orders.
Completes CT examinations following established exam protocols established by CT Radiologist.
Administers contrast intravenously, assesses IV site and operates IV contrast injector.
Enters examinations correctly, ensuring accurate and informative documentation and appropriate charges are entered.
Electronically sends and stores images and data appropriately in PACS.
Maintains all department records and logs to monitor quality and safety in accordance with departmental policies.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment presenting the best possible impression of facilities and fostering our culture of safety.
Responds to supply and equipment issues timely to ensure optimum operations and equipment quality and long-term equipment maintenance and life.
Transports and provides ambulatory assistance to patients as necessary.
Educates and informs patients and family members throughout the patients’ experience.
Communicates effectively with the healthcare team utilizing established handoff procedures. Gives and accepts respectful feedback to enhance teamwork.
Minimizes preventable harm events and consistently executes the infection control protocols. Incorporates the Culture of Safety tools in daily practice, adhering to quality and safety guidelines and communicating near-miss or potential risks.
Coordinates work schedule with departmental supervisor and the Radiology Manager to maintain adequate staffing levels to meet our patients’ and physicians’ need
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education Required: Graduate of an accredited program in Radiologic Technology and one year diagnostic technology OR graduate of an accredited CT advanced program.
Education Preferred: Advance education in CAT scan technology
Experience Required: One year diagnostic technology
Experience Preferred: One year of CT and IV competent
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
ARRT registered in Radiology and CT
Massachusetts State license in Radiology and CT
IV Certification within 6 months of hire
CT Techs hired prior to 3/24/17 must obtain their State license in Radiology and CT within 24 months of their hire.
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Learn more (https://www.bilh.org/newsroom/bilh-to-require-covid-19-influenza-vaccines-for-all-clinicians-staff-by-oct-31) about this requirement.
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