Travel CT Technologist

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:
  CT Technologist
• Discipline:
  Allied Health Professional
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• Hours:
  
  36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

We are looking for a Computed Tomography Technologist (CT Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Clinton, IA. The right CT Tech must have 1 year of experience. Read below for additional requirements.

Responsibilities: As a CT Tech, you will be responsible for the use of computed tomography equipment and ensuring that images are accurate and passed on to physicians for medical interpretation. CT Techs are also responsible for the preparation of and caring for patients undergoing CT scanning.

• Confirm patient identification, review imaging requests and explain imaging procedures to patients, providing reassurance and support as required
• Correctly interpret doctors' written instructions
• Appropriately position patients to scan specific areas of their bodies
• Use computerized tomography equipment to capture diagnostic images of patients' internal organs and tissues
• Administer radiocontrast agents to patients to enhance the visibility of internal organs and tissues
• Evaluate CT scans to determine whether they are of good technical quality
• Follow safety procedures when working with radiation
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Understand and use the McKesson PACS system

• Minimum 1 year of CT experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• ARRT (CT) National Certification with registration in computed tomography
• State-specific licensing when required
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, bend, lean or stoop easily
• Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology
• Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment

Compensation: Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend; amount to be determined.

Job : 1373715.

Posted job title: CT Technologists - CT Tech RAD - Travel