Travel CT Technologist - $3,267 per week

TotalMed; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 98,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Guaranteed Hours

Continuing Education

401k retirement plan

Sick pay

Wellness and fitness programs

Referral bonus

Medical benefits

Employee assistance programs

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Benefits start day 1

Job summary

TotalMed Allied in Plattsburgh, NY is seeking a travel CT Technologist for a 4-week assignment, 36 hours per week, on night shifts. The CT Tech will operate CT equipment, ensure image accuracy for physician interpretation, and care for patients undergoing imaging.

Must have 1 year of CT experience, ARRT CT, BLS, and applicable state licensing. Responsibilities include patient prep, positioning, contrast administration, image quality evaluation, and PACS usage, with travel benefits and weekly

Qualifications

• 1 year CT experience required.
• ARRT (CT) certification with registration.
• BLS certification and state licensing as applicable.
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods and handle contrast administration.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients and review imaging requests, explain procedures.
• Position patients to target anatomy for scans.
• Operate CT equipment to acquire diagnostic images.
• Administer radiocontrast as needed for visibility.
• Assess image quality and document findings in PACS.
• Follow radiation safety procedures and maintain records.

Skills

Patient positioning

Safety compliance

Anatomy knowledge

Education

ARRT (CT) Certification with registration

BLS Certification

State licensing (where required)

Tools

McKesson PACS

CT imaging equipment

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel CT Technologist for a travel job in Plattsburgh, New York.

• Specialty: CT Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 4 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

We are looking for a Computed Tomography Technologist (CT Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Plattsburgh, NY. 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

As a CT Tech, you should be prepared to perform the following 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

Requirements

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.

Requirements*: ARRT (CT), BLS, 2 Years

* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1535731. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: CT Technologists - CT Tech RAD - Travel

About TotalMed Allied

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.

TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Medical benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1