CT Technologist / CT Technologist

Job Summary CT Technologist, CT. The CT Technologist performs diagnostic radiographic and computed tomography (CT) procedures, including fluoroscopy in the operating room, under the direction of a radiologist. The role requires independent judgment, patient safety oversight, contrast administration, image quality evaluation, and quality control for the CT area. Job Details

• Schedule: Day shift, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications:
• Completion of formal radiologic technology training through an approved program
• Registration by the ARRT
• Registration or certification as a CT Technologist
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Preferred Qualifications: Two years of previous experience preferred.
• Additional Information:
• Performs radiographic, fluoroscopic, and CT examinations according to established protocols.
• Positions, transports, and safely immobilizes patients using appropriate support devices.
• Administers or assists with oral and intravenous contrast media as ordered.
• Evaluates images for technical quality and maintains quality control for the CT area.
• Assists with special procedures while practicing sterile technique and universal precautions.
• Maintains records, cleans examination rooms, and restocks supplies.
• Requires considerable walking, standing, bending, squatting, reaching, and occasional sitting and climbing.
• Requires the ability to move and lift patients and equipment weighing 40 to 80 pounds independently and 80 to 250 pounds with assistance.
• Requires manual dexterity for intravenous access, the ability to respond to equipment prompts and alarms, and effective verbal communication with patients.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits