CT Technologist

Steward Medical Group at Hawthorn Medical Associates seeks an enthusiastic, professional CT Technologist to operate CT Imaging equipment to acquire images for use by physicians in diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. The successful candidate will:

• Operate CT Imaging equipment to obtain diagnostic images and information; ensures the patient is properly prepared, obtains a relevant patient history and assures proper positioning; selects proper imaging techniques and follows department protocols in order to provide a complete study for the exam requested; documents exam and provides the Radiologist with images of diagnostic quality for interpretation.
• Utilize knowledge of illnesses related to the patient population and the various types of care being provided to them in order to obtain the appropriate images for the interpreting Radiologist.
• Explain the exam to the patient taking into consideration the physical and emotional needs of the patient while maintaining ethical standards, including but not limited to, patient confidentiality, professional conduct and patients' physical privacy.
• Prepare and administer contrast media/medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner following state statutes and department policy
• Performs venipuncture with knowledge of appropriate needle gauge for specific exams in relation to injector rates and the safe use of the CT power injector.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement projects as well as utilizing appropriate cost containment measures.
• Use independent judgment and initiative under pressure in a variety of situations when performing patient procedures
• Utilize aseptic sterile technique as necessary for any invasive procedures; maintain all supplies needed for these procedures in a clean and organized manner
• May be called upon to oversee and instruct various personnel and students as assigned and deemed necessary by the Imaging Supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved formal program in Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT Certification (Radiography)
• ARRT Certification (CT)
• Possess a valid Massachusetts License as a Radiologic Technologist (Radiography)
• CPR Certification

Schedule will include rotation for weekend and holiday coverage; department operates 8 AM to 8 PM Monday through Saturday, exact schedule to be determined based on business needs. Differentials paid for evening hours and weekends.

We offer:

• Vacation, holiday and sick time
• Medical, dental, vision and other elective insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401K with company contribution
• Supportive culture and professional development
• Internal growth opportunities

Hawthorn Medical Associates, an affiliate of Steward Health Care, was established in 1970 and is the largest multi-specialty group practice in the Greater New Bedford area. We have many of the area’s finest physicians who practice in our state-of-the-art facilities in a campus-like setting. They are supported by a skilled professional and support staff and together provide high quality, comprehensive medical care to more than 138,000 patients each year.

Consistent with the actions of many healthcare providers across the country, and in an effort to keep our patients and staff safe, Steward Health Care Network will implement a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all employees and affiliated physicians. Individuals will be required to be fully vaccinated by December 15, 2021. Requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law will be considered. New hires will need to provide proof of vaccination or request accommodation prior to their start date.

About Steward Health Care
Over a decade ago, Steward Health Care System emerged as a different kind of health care company designed to usher in a new era of wellness. One that provides our patients better, more proactive care at a sustainable cost, our providers unrivaled coordination of care, and our communities greater prosperity and stability.

As the country's largest physician-led, minority-owned, integrated health care system, our doctors can be certain that we share their interests and those of their patients. Together we are on a mission to revolutionize the way health care is delivered - creating healthier lives, thriving communities and a better world.

Based in Dallas, Steward currently operates more than 30 hospitals across Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas.

For more information, visit steward.org

Steward Health Care is proud to be a minority, physician-owned organization. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are at the foundation of the care we provide, the community services we support and all our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.