Travel CT/X-Ray Technologist - $2,549 per week

TotalMed; Arcata (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

TotalMed is seeking a travel CT Technologist for a 13-week assignment in Arcata, California. The role requires operating computerized tomography equipment and ensuring patient safety while capturing diagnostic images.

Candidates must have a BLS certification and ARRT (CT) certification, alongside a solid grasp of anatomy and physics. This position involves 40 hours a week with scheduled 8-hour shifts, ensuring work-life balance and a competitive pay package.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of experience.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, and bend for long periods.
• Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Confirm patient identification and explain imaging procedures to patients.
• Operate CT equipment to capture diagnostic images.
• Evaluate CT scans for technical quality.

Skills

BLS certification

ARRT (CT) national certification

Knowledge of anatomy

Experience with McKesson PACS

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel CT Technologist for a travel job in Arcata, California.

Travel assignment: 13 weeks, 40 hours per week, 8‑hour day shifts, travel work. Employment type: travel. Must have at least 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Confirm patient identification, review imaging requests and explain imaging procedures to patients
• Interpret doctors' written instructions correctly
• Appropriately position patients for specific scans
• Operate computerized tomography equipment to capture diagnostic images
• Administer radiocontrast agents to enhance visibility of internal organs and tissues
• Evaluate CT scans for technical quality
• Follow safety procedures when working with radiation
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Use the McKesson PACS system

Requirements

• BLS certification
• ARRT (CT) national certification with registration in computed tomography
• State‑specific licensing when required
• 3 years of additional related experience or certification may be required before assignment (e.g., ARRT (R))
• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, lean, or stoop for long periods
• Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology

Pay package is based on 8‑hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation). Tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

Job ID #1437971.