Travel CT Technologist

Travel CT Technologist

Texarkana, Texas

Start Date ASAP Estimated Weekly Total $2,279 additional details Shift Nights Weekly Hours 36 Schedule 12

Facility

Location 1000 Pine Street, Texarkana, TX 75501 Facility Type Short Term Acute Care Hospital EMR Epic ER Visits 39743

Estimated Pay

Weekly Total* $2,279 36 Hours x $28.71/hr $1,033 Overtime $57.41/hr Call Back $57.41/hr Holiday $57.41/hr Weekly M&I Per Diem $476 Weekly Housing Per Diem $770

TotalMed Offers

• Sick Leave Accrual in All 50 States
• Mental Health Support
• Health Benefits Available on Day One
• 401(k) Available
• Expert Support on All Aspects of Your Assignment
• Continuing Education

Your Way Is Paid

• Drug Screens
• Credentials
• Licensure
• Health/Medical Compliance Items
• Travel reimbursement available up to $1000

Description

We are looking for a Computed Tomography Technologist (CT Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Texarkana, TX. 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*: BLS, ARRT (CT), ARRT (R), 2 Years * Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.