Job Summary
Xray Technologist – located in the healthcare setting. This role involves coordinating and participating in computerized tomography (CT) scanning procedures, operating complex imaging equipment, and ensuring patient safety and comfort during diagnostic imaging.
Job Details
- Role and Responsibilities: Coordinates and participates in all computerized tomography (CT) scanning procedures, setting up and monitoring advanced imaging equipment for diagnostic purposes. Transfers and positions patients according to safety standards and proper techniques, applying immobilization devices as necessary. Obtains vital information related to allergies and medical history from patients. Prepares and injects contrast media intravenously into appropriate patients when required for examinations as directed by the Radiologist. Makes and develops images for patient files, records studies on magnetic tape for reference, and organizes daily patient scheduling in collaboration with the work-room technician. Maintains image quality adherence to departmental guidelines, conducts daily calibration and quality control of equipment, and ensures proper repair of imaging devices following protocols. Responsible for electronic/digital image capturing, storage, transfer, and copying. Monitors patients for allergic reactions and acts accordingly. Assists with emergency medical situations, providing basic CPR when necessary. Maintains a clean working environment and manages supplies within departmental inventory. Trains new personnel and aids Radiologists and other physician specialists in performing specialized radiological procedures, ensuring skills align with departmental standards. Reviews and records pertinent patient history and clinical data to aid diagnosis and maintains registry qualifications as per regulatory agency requirements. Participates in quality assessment activities and continuous improvement efforts.
- Required Qualifications: Certification in BLS (Basic Life Support), certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); minimum of 2 years of X-ray or relevant clinical experience; Michigan license verification required for nurses, including LARA and Nursys records.
- Schedule: Evening shifts, 8 hours per shift, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- End Date: 01/11/2027
- Preferred Qualifications: Traveler experience is preferred.
- Additional Information: A skills checklist completed within one year of application is required for RN specialties. All candidates should demonstrate proficiency in supporting clinical documentation to aid diagnosis and participate in quality improvement activities as part of ongoing departmental operations.
- Certifications: BLS, ARRT
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
