Successful completion of an accredited program in Radiologic Technology and attainment of primary certification within one year of eligibility, plus post-primary certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Computed Tomography (RT(CT)).
Post-primary certification in the advanced practice discipline of Computed Tomography is required for Radiologic Technologists within one year of eligibility and/or per Radiologic Technologist licensure in Massachusetts or Rhode Island.
Current Radiologic Technologist licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and/or Rhode Island is required based on location assignment.
Basic Life Support certification is required.
Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists is required.
Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal influenza and COVID-19, or be exempt for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying the choice to be exempt from vaccination once hired.
Responsibilities
Perform diversified clinical patient care, technical, and related duties within the assigned modality as part of an interdisciplinary care team under the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Radiology Clinical Services or designee.
Assume responsibility for each assigned patient, perform patient assessments, and correlate clinical findings with the examination or procedure request.
Obtain pertinent information from the patient's chart and document all data within the electronic health record.
Educate patients about examinations.
Position patients and select appropriate imaging equipment and supplies.
Identify, prepare, and/or administer pharmaceuticals related to the examination or procedure.
Select technical factors, parameters, and sequences to produce quality images.
Properly identify anatomy and evaluate images for technical quality.
Apply ALARA principles to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others, and remain aware of magnetic resonance safety practices.
Assist physicians in performing procedures.
Overview
Community Focused. Care Driven.
Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it.
Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.
Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row!
We are searching for a talented Rad CT Technologist
Hours: Per Diem
Shift: Flexible shifts & hours varies upon availability with weekend, holiday and on call rotation
Location: Tobey Hospital - Wareham, MA
A career at Southcoast Health offers you:
A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
Generous Earned Time Off Package**
Employee Wellbeing Program
403B Retirement Plan with company match
Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training
**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.
Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Responsibilities
Under the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Radiology Clinical Services or designee, perform diversified clinical patient care, technical and related duties within assigned modality as part of an interdisciplinary care team. Assume responsibility for each assigned patient, perform patient assessments, and correlate clinical findings with exam/procedure request. Obtain pertinent information from patient�s chart and document all data within the EHR. Educate patient for exam. Position patient and select appropriate imaging equipment and supplies. Identify, prepare and/or administer pharmaceuticals related to the exam/procedure. Select technical factors/ parameters/sequences to produce quality images. Properly identify anatomy and evaluate images for technical quality. Apply the principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self and others and aware of MR safety practices. Assist physicians in performing procedures.
Qualifications
Successful completion of an accredited program in Radiologic Technology and attainment of primary certification within one year of eligibility and post-primary certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Computed Tomography, RT(CT).
Post-primary certification in the advanced practice discipline of CT is required for RTs within one year of eligibility and/or per RT licensure in MA or RI.
Current RT licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and/or Rhode Island is required based on location assignment.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is also required.
Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.
Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired
Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.