CT Scan Technologist (U) - Sign-on Bonus Eligible
Company: MelroseWakefield Healthcare
Location: Melrose
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
CT Scan Technologist (U) - Sign-on Bonus Eligible Job Profile
Summary ? This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and
practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients . In
addition, this role focuses on performing the following CT Scan
duties: Utilizes CT Scan Technology to provide images of internal
organs, bones, and soft tissue . A clinical technologist role that
has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of
vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be
most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory
jobs. An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job
procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring
vocational or technical education . Works under moderate
supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at
times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures
and communicates information that requires some explanation or
interpretation. Job Overview Under the direction of the CT
Supervisor and the Radiologist, performs CT procedures that follow
radiological standards in a safe, accurate and timely manner which
are necessary to allow the radiologist and/or physician to make a
radiological diagnosis . Performs a variety of CT procedures
requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative . Assumes
responsibility for designated areas and/or procedures as required .
Maintains and monitors department supplies . Continuously strives
to develop/improve and relationships with all customers. Actively
participates in department quality improvement/assurance. Job
Description Minimum Qualifications : 1. Graduate of an accredited
Nuclear Medicine , Radiological Technologist program . 2. One (1)
year of experience as a CT Technologist . 3. Radiologic
Technologist License . 4. American Registry of Radiological
Technologist (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification
(NMTCB) . 5 . Licensed by the Massachusetts Radiation Control
Board. 6 . CT Advanced Registry from American Registry of
Radiological Technologist (ARRT) or registry eligible . 7 . Basic
Life Support (BLS) Certification. Duties and Responsibilities : The
duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe
the general nature of work and are not intended to be an
all-inclusive list . Other duties and responsibilities may be
assigned. 1. Follows hospital protocol for exam routines and
produces quality studies in an efficient, timely manner. 2. Is
competent to operate all equipment in the department or has
requested training in specific areas. 3. Properly warm up CT
scanner and run QA, bring up pressure injector, PACs units and
Meditech. 4. Completes CT procedure and tasks in an effective and
efficient manner, i.e. provide appropriate feedback to patient,
clean room, etc. 5. A djust and manipulate image to required
specifications, i.e. windowing, contrast, algo, separates exams by
accession, create reformatted images, etc. 6 . Selects proper
scanning levels depending upon field of scan and organ selected. 7
. Ensures that all scans are properly identified anatomically and
all appropriate information , i.e. name, date, accession , order in
place, contrast volume and lot . 8 . Completes administrative part
of procedure; tech edit, escort patient, clean and prepare room. 9
. Notifies Coordinator or delegate of any/all equipment
malfunctions. 1 0 . R eports “wet reading” findings to physicians,
Emergency Department, Nursing Units, etc. Can access RadPortal if
necessary. 1 1 . Restores (requests) prior exams for radiologist
and VRC if necessary. Can burn CD for patient or ER if requested .
1 2 . Stock rooms , request stock to be ordered when necessary.
Tidies control rooms. Keeps all work area clean and functional. 1 3
. Perform clerical and other duties as necessary to maintain flow
and quality expectations. 1 4 . Is a team player, interacts well
with staff members, other departments and physicians. 1 5 . Is
committed to assuring that the patient’s expectations of quality
service are exceeded. 1 6 . Identifies patient by asking name and
checking arm band per established procedure. 1 7 . Educates each
patient in a professional manner, explanation includes what the
patient should expect and the timeliness of the exam. 1 89 . Takes
the initiative to meet customer’s needs and solve customer’s
problems or finds someone who can. Physical Requirements : 1.
Frequent standing, occasional sitting, walking, and lifting of
30-35 lbs. 2. Requires manual dexterity using fine hand
manipulation to operate radiology equipment. 3. Hearing and visual
acuity sufficient to perform examinations; observe patients, read
monitors and documents, and hear audible equipment alarms. Skills &
Abilities: 1. Knowledge of medical terminology 2. Clerical skills
3. Knowledge of scanners, Med Rad inj., PACs, VRC, Powerscribe . At
Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the
skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is
designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and
motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the
important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the
minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are
determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant
experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity
to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our
business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a
comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health,
financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we
invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay
Range : $41.34 - $51.39
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