Job Summary
The CT Technologist is a healthcare professional specializing in computed tomography within an acute care setting. This role involves performing diagnostic imaging procedures, including CT scans of various body regions, under the supervision of a radiologist, to support patient diagnosis and treatment.
Job Details
- Position Description: The CT Technologist is a graduate of an accredited American Medical Association (AMA) school and registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT). They are licensed by the state as a general radiographer and are responsible for providing timely diagnostic services to both inpatient and outpatient populations. Responsibilities include performing basic radiographic procedures, fluoroscopy, portable radiographic procedures, C-arm procedures, and operating room imaging services. Proficiency in routine diagnostic CT scanning procedures—such as CT of the head/brain, neck, thorax, spine, abdomen/pelvis, extremities, and biopsy/drainage procedures—is required. The role involves knowledge of CT system processing, surgical/sterile procedures, studies with or without contrast media, and cross-sectional anatomy.
- Required Qualifications: Certified as RT(R)(CT)(ARRT), licensed as a general radiographer and CT technologist by the state, with at least 2 years of hospital experience and previous CT experience.
- Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shift hours, minimum 36 hours per week. The shift runs from 7:30 PM to 6:00 AM, Wednesday through Saturday, for a duration of 13 weeks.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Cerner EMR system.
- Additional Information: The position requires performing CT scans, injecting contrast, completing exams, utilizing PACS and EMR, patient care, and patient transport. The candidate must adhere to no specific scrub color requirements.
- Submission Details: Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for this vacancy, which is created to fill a current staffing need.
Benefits
- The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
