CT Technologist - $40k Sign-On Bonus!

Overview

Join a Leading Healthcare Organization and Advance Your Career

Are you a passionate CT Technologist looking to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career? Yale New Haven Health System offers the opportunity to work with advanced imaging technology alongside highly skilled healthcare professionals in an organization recognized for its commitment to patient-centered care, clinical excellence, and employee growth.

Why Join YNHHS?

We value our team members and invest in their success with a comprehensive rewards package, including:

• Up to $40,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible candidates
• Benefits Effective Day One
• Strong Retirement Savings Plan with Generous Employer Match
• Robust Paid Time Off Program
• Career development, education, and advancement opportunities
• Multiple shift options including: FT & PT opportunities across Day/Evening/Night Shifts

At YNHHS, every employee plays an important role in advancing our Vision, supporting our Mission, and living our Values of Integrity, Patient-Centered Care, Respect, Accountability, and Compassion.

Position Overview

Under the supervision of the Diagnostic Radiology Manager and/or Assistant Chief Technologist, the CT Technologist performs a broad range of technical and professional responsibilities utilizing advanced imaging equipment to produce high-quality CT images for radiologist interpretation.

This role combines technical expertise, patient care, and teamwork to ensure exceptional imaging services and a positive patient experience. All duties are performed in accordance with departmental and organizational policies, procedures, and quality standards.

To support departmental staffing needs, CT Technologists may be assigned to work at any YNHHS CT location, regardless of their regularly assigned work site.

Responsibilities

Deliver High-Quality Diagnostic Imaging

• Adhere to High Reliability Organization (HRO) standards and work practices while maintaining imaging accuracy and minimizing scanning errors.
• Utilize advanced technical skills and knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy to independently perform CT examinations using appropriate imaging protocols.
• Operate CT scanners and related medical equipment safely and efficiently using age-appropriate and dose-appropriate protocols.
• Perform daily equipment warm-up procedures, calibrations, and quality assurance activities as required by departmental standards.

Support Operational Excellence

• Actively participate in departmental workflow processes to promote efficiency and achieve operational goals.
• Collaborate with scheduling staff, patient financial services, physicians, nurses, and administrative personnel regarding exam scheduling, requisitions, pre-authorizations, patient preparation instructions, and exam-related communications.
• Assist in maintaining efficient department operations through effective communication and teamwork.

Provide Exceptional Patient Care

• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care that promotes patient safety, comfort, cooperation, and satisfaction.
• Clearly explain procedures and address patient questions and concerns.
• Ensure patients' physical and emotional comfort throughout the imaging process.

Maintain Effective Communication and Documentation

• Perform required recordkeeping, communication, and customer service functions to support department operations.
• Relay critical patient and exam information to radiologists and technical staff to ensure continuity of care and minimize communication-related errors, particularly during shift transitions.

Contribute to Education and Professional Development

• Participate in teaching, learning, and research opportunities to enhance professional knowledge and expertise.
• Support the education and development of CT technologists, student technologists, radiology residents, and fellows.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience

• One (1) to three (3) years of CT experience with routine imaging techniques.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency consistent with entry-level standards for routine CT imaging.

Licensure & Certifications

• ARRT RT(R) certification required.
• CT certification required, or 20 years of CT experience.
• Connecticut State License required.
• CPR certification preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in advanced CT imaging techniques.
• Strong knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
• Experience with PACS systems and computer applications.
• Excellent organizational, communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds to assist with patient transfers.