Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist - Radiology

Cheshire Medical Center

$75K — $117K *
Keene, NH 03431In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduated from an approved Radiologic Technology program
  • One year of preferred experience in Computed Tomography
  • Current ARRT registration or eligibility required
  • ARRT advanced certification in Computed Tomography preferred
  • Valid New Hampshire medical imaging and radiation license
  • CPR certification required within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

  • Perform all scheduled and emergency Computed Tomography procedures
  • Instruct patients about CT procedures and transfer them to the scan room
  • Position patients correctly for scans
  • Assist in surgical biopsy and aspiration procedures
  • Select appropriate scanning techniques and complete scans
  • Reconstruct images and identify abnormalities
  • Notify supervisors of system problems and practice radiation safety protocols

Benefits

  • Sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 for qualified candidates
  • Access to formal inservice education programs
  • Opportunities to attend workshops and seminars
  • Exposure to new techniques through inter-institution visits
  • Training other technologists in CT specialty
Full Job Description
***Sign on bonus of up to $15,000.00 for qualified candidates!***

Under the administrative direction of the Director Radiology Services, and the clinical direction of the Radiologists, is responsible for performing all Computed Tomography procedures. Performs all scheduled and emergency CT procedures as assigned by the CT Supervisor, which include: Instructions to the patient about the procedure. Transferring patient to scan room and positioning patient for procedure. Assists in surgical biopsy and aspiration procedures. Selects proper scanning techniques and completes scans. Reconstructs all images, noting any and all abnormalities, being able to delineate any and all abnormalities, having a broad knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy. Recognizes system problems and notifies CT Supervisor, Radiation Safety Officer, and Radiologist. Practices safety rules in respect to electrical and radiation hazards. Participates in the formal inservice education programs of the Radiology department and the hospital, as well as attending workshops/seminars, visiting other institutions and becoming familiar with new techniques. Provides training of other technologists learning the CT scanning specialty.

Qualifications: Graduate of an approved program in Radiologic Technology. One-year experience in Computed Tomography preferred. ARRT registered or registry eligible registry achieved within one year required ARRT advanced certification in Computed Tomography preferred Current license with the New Hampshire Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy. CPR certification must be acquired within 3 months of hire date and maintained on an annual basis required

Compensation
  • Minimum Pay: $36.49
  • Maximum Pay: $56.56

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