Travel CT Technologist - CT Scan

American Traveler; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a CT Technologist with 3+ years of experience and ARRT (CT) certification to support our CT Scan unit in Lexington, KY. The role requires an Associate's degree from a JRCERT-accredited Radiology Program, active ARRT certification in Radiography and CT, BLS, and a Kentucky Radiation License where applicable.

You will perform CT procedures and computer processing, assist with staff training, supervise imaging students, follow ALARA principles, and participate in

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from a JRCERT-accredited Radiology Program, or military training validated by ARRT.
• Active ARRT Certification in Radiography RT(R) and CT.
• Current BLS certification and Kentucky Radiation License where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures and process images for interpretation.
• Assist CT Coordinator with staff training and protocol establishment.
• Supervise imaging students during rotations and ensure patient safety.
• Wear personal dosimetry and perform quality checks and PACS tasks.
• Verify orders, patient identity, and history prior to exams.

Skills

CT experience

Mammography

ARRT RT(R)

BLS certified

KY license

Continuing education

Education

JRCERT Radiology Program

Military training equivalence validated by ARRT

Job description

American Traveler is hiring a CT Technologist with 3+ years of experience and ARRT (CT) certification for a CT Scan unit.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a CT Technologist
• 1 year of mammography diagnostic experience required
• Associate's degree from a JRCERT-accredited Radiology Program, or military training equivalent validated by active ARRT Certification
• Current BLS certification
• Current ARRT Registry in Radiography RT(R)
• Current ARRT (CT) certification
• Current Kentucky Radiation License with the Kentucky Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy required if applicable
• Must maintain continuing education hours as required by licensing agency

Responsibilities

• 5x8 day shift schedule, Monday-Friday 7:00 AM-3:30 PM
• Call, weekend, and holiday coverage required
• Perform CT procedures and computer processing to produce diagnostic images for interpretation by licensed practitioners
• Assist CT Coordinator with staff training, competency, and protocol establishment
• Provide supervision and instruction to imaging students during clinical rotations
• Wear assigned personal dosimetry
• Perform image quality assurance including PACS verification and tele-radiology image transmission after hours
• Conduct equipment warm-up and quality control checks, including room checks and contrast reaction monitoring
• Verify patient orders, identity, and history prior to exams
• Perform and document peripheral venipuncture when necessary
• Document patient care incidents, including contrast reactions and infiltrates, in the electronic health record
• Use radiation protection and ALARA principles for all exams
• Adjust exam protocols for pediatric patients per ACR Image Gently guidelines
• Must live within 75 miles of the facility to qualify for travel rate; local candidates accepted at a lower rate

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs

Job ID: P-771154

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