Travel CT Technologist

Travel CT Technologist

Leonardtown, Maryland

Start Date - Early August

Estimated Weekly Total - $2,136 additional details

Shift - Nights

Weekly Hours - 36

Schedule - 12

Assignment Length - 13 Weeks

Facility

Location - 25500 Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown, MD 20650

Facility Type - Short Term Acute Care Hospital

EMR - Cerner

Beds - 93

OR Beds - 6

ER Visits - 38878

Estimated Pay

Weekly Total* $2,136

36 Hoursx $24.74/hr - $890

Overtime - $55.74/hr

Call Back - $55.74/hr

Holiday - $55.74/hr

Weekly M&I Per Diem - $476

Weekly Housing Per Diem - $770

Location Information

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Description

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