Travel CT Tech - $2,965 per week

Bestica Inc.; Lafayette (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Job summary

Bestica is seeking a travel CT Technologist for a 13-week assignment in Lafayette, Colorado. The role offers a 36-hour work week with Friday–Sunday 12-hour day shifts in a fast-paced acute care setting.

You will perform diagnostic CT exams, ensure patient safety, and collaborate with radiologists and nurses. ARRT and BLS are required; prior CT experience preferred; on-site rotation and on-call coverage apply.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required for the position.
• ARRT CT certification required.
• Current BLS certification from the AHA.
• Applicable state licensure where required.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT examinations per established imaging protocols and physician orders.
• Verify patient identity, examination orders, and medical necessity before procedures.
• Prepare patients for imaging and explain procedures to promote comfort.
• Operate CT scanners and related imaging systems to obtain diagnostic-quality images.
• Evaluate images for clarity, completeness, and appropriate anatomical coverage.
• Follow radiation safety protocols and maintain a safe imaging environment.
• Administer contrast media per approved protocols and supervision requirements.
• Monitor patients for potential reactions and respond to urgent situations.
• Maintain accurate documentation of procedures and patient information.
• Follow infection prevention practices and quality-control procedures.
• Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Assist in training students and fellow technologists on imaging protocols, positioning, and equipment operation.
• Report equipment malfunctions and follow QA procedures.

Skills

CT imaging techniques

Patient positioning

Communication

Emergency response

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Tools

CT equipment operation

Contrast injector operation

Fluoroscopy (preferred)

Job description

Bestica is seeking a travel CT Technologist for a travel job in Lafayette, Colorado.

Job Description & Requirements

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

Travel CT Technologist – Weekend Day Shift

Location: Lafayette, Colorado

Job Type: Travel Contract – 13 Weeks

Start Date: ASAP

Schedule: Friday–Sunday | 3 × 12-Hour Shifts

Weekly Hours: 36 Hours

Shift: Day Shift

Specialty: Computed Tomography (CT)

Openings: 1

Take Your CT Career to the Next Level!

Are you a skilled CT Technologist looking for your next travel assignment? Here's an excellent opportunity to apply your imaging expertise in a hospital setting while enjoying a three-day weekend-focused schedule with 36 hours per week.

Join a collaborative healthcare team where your technical skills, attention to detail, and commitment to patient safety will help deliver accurate diagnostic imaging and support timely clinical decisions.

This 13-week assignment in Lafayette, Colorado, is ideal for a CT Technologist seeking a consistent Friday-through-Sunday schedule and the opportunity to work in a fast-paced acute care environment.

Position Highlights:

• Position: CT Technologist
• Location: Lafayette, Colorado
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
• Weekly Hours: 36 hours
• Shift Timings:
  • Friday: 7:30 AM–8:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM–9:30 PM
  • Sunday: 9:00 AM–9:30 PM
• On-Call Requirements: Rotating on-call coverage and assigned holidays
• Experience: 1–2 years of CT and acute care experience preferred

Key Responsibilities

As a CT Technologist, you will perform diagnostic imaging procedures while ensuring high-quality images, patient comfort, and compliance with radiation safety standards.

• Perform CT examinations according to established imaging protocols and physician orders.
• Verify patient identity, examination orders, and medical necessity before procedures.
• Prepare patients for imaging and explain procedures to promote comfort and cooperation.
• Operate CT scanners and related imaging systems to obtain accurate, diagnostic-quality images.
• Evaluate images for clarity, completeness, and appropriate anatomical coverage.
• Follow radiation safety protocols and maintain a safe imaging environment.
• Administer contrast media according to approved protocols and applicable supervision requirements.
• Monitor patients for potential reactions and respond appropriately to urgent situations.
• Maintain accurate documentation of procedures, patient information, and adverse events.
• Follow infection prevention practices, sterile techniques, and quality-control procedures.
• Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Assist in training students and fellow technologists on imaging protocols, positioning, and equipment operation.
• Report equipment malfunctions and follow applicable quality assurance procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree as required for the position.
• Current ARRT(R) certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA), as specified.
• Applicable state licensure, where required.
• Knowledge of CT imaging techniques, protocols, sectional anatomy, and patient positioning.
• Understanding of contrast administration and contrast injector operation, as applicable.
• Ability to operate CT equipment and electronic imaging systems effectively.
• Strong communication, organizational, and patient-care skills.
• Ability to recognize emergencies and respond appropriately.

Preferred Qualifications

• ARRT(R)(CT) certification.
• 1–2 years of CT experience, preferably in a hospital or acute care setting.
• Experience with contrast administration, image evaluation, and quality-control procedures.
• For caregivers working in Colorado, fluoroscopy certification is listed as a preferred qualification in the provided requisition details.

Important Schedule & Assignment Requirements

• Must be available for all three scheduled shifts each week.
• Must be willing to participate in rotating on-call coverage.
• Must be available to work assigned holidays.
• A radiation monitoring badge is required; the supplier is expected to provide it.
• Candidates should confirm availability for the November 9, 2026, start date.

Why Consider Lafayette, Colorado?

Enjoy the opportunity to work in Colorado's Front Range, with access to scenic mountain views, outdoor recreation, hiking trails, and the greater Boulder and Denver areas.

Lafayette offers a welcoming community atmosphere with opportunities to explore local restaurants, parks, and nearby destinations during your time off.

About Bestica

We are a trusted provider of solutions in Information Technology and Healthcare sectors to the DoD, Federal and Commercial markets. Our guiding principle and core values help us care for our people and the community; and build a culture of excellence which in turn helps us achieve our organizational objective of exceeding customer's expectations in each and every project. Headquartered in San Antonio, TX, we were founded in 2005 and are certified as an 8(a) Business.

Benefits

• Referral bonus