Travel CT Technologist - $3,035 per week

TotalMed; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare staffing agency is seeking a travel CT Technologist for a position in Southington, Connecticut. The ideal candidate should have at least 1 year of experience and must hold BLS and ARRT (CT) National Certification. Responsibilities include performing CT scans, patient care, and ensuring proper imaging procedures. The role is full-time for 13 weeks and offers a potential tax-free stipend. Competitive pay and shift options available.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in computed tomography.
• Must have BLS, ARRT (CT) National Certification.
• State-specific licensing when required.
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods and understand anatomy/physiology.

Responsibilities

• Confirm patient identification and explain imaging procedures.
• Correctly interpret doctors' written instructions.
• Position patients for scans.
• Use CT equipment to capture diagnostic images.
• Administer radiocontrast agents.
• Evaluate CT scans for technical quality.
• Follow safety procedures with radiation.
• Maintain accurate patient records.

Skills

BLS Certification

ARRT (CT) Certification

Knowledge of anatomy

Knowledge of physiology

Knowledge of pathology

Medical terminology knowledge

Tools

McKesson PACS system

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel CT Technologist for a travel job in Southington, Connecticut.

• Specialty: CT Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

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

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.

Tasks

• 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

Qualifications

Must have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ARRT (CT) National Certification with registration in computed tomography, and state-specific licensing when required.

CT Techs should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, bend, lean or stoop easily. CT Techs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1386406. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.