Job Summary
CT Technologist, CT Specialty. This full-time position performs diagnostic X-ray and computed tomography imaging procedures for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. Responsibilities include patient positioning, image processing, radiation safety, contrast administration support, and collaboration with radiologists and other healthcare professionals.
Job Details
- Schedule: Day shifts consisting of 12-hour shifts and 36 hours per week: Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Required Qualifications:
- Associate degree or certificate from a two-year college, university, or certificate-based program
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration or registry eligibility
- State of Maine licensure
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification obtained within four months of hire and maintained thereafter
- Computed tomography (CT) licensure obtained within one year of hire
- Additional Information:
- Perform specialized X-ray and computed tomography procedures in accordance with radiation safety practices.
- Position and protect patients during imaging procedures using appropriate immobilization and protective equipment.
- Assist with radiologist-led imaging, fluoroscopic, interventional computed tomography, and special radiographic procedures.
- Start intravenous lines and administer contrast when applicable.
- Evaluate images for technical quality, process images accurately, and organize images and documentation for interpretation.
- Operate X-ray, computed tomography, fluoroscopy, and related imaging equipment.
- Explain procedures to patients and provide care appropriate to patient age and condition.
- Maintain accurate patient records and protect patient confidentiality.
- Use picture archiving and communication systems (PACS) and electronic medical records.
- Support imaging needs across operating room, orthopedic, fluoroscopy, and off-site settings.
- Assist with clerical functions, procedure documentation, supply management, and order modifications.
- Work effectively with limited supervision while demonstrating teamwork, accountability, professionalism, flexibility, and multitasking skills.
- The position requires frequent standing, walking, sitting, pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting, and repetitive motion, with potential exposure to radiation.
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
