Travel CT Technologist
Emporia, Virginia
Start Date - ASAP
Estimated Weekly Total - $2,538 additional details
Shift - Nights
Weekly Hours - 36
Schedule - 12
Assignment Length - 13 Weeks
Facility
Location - 727 N Main St, Emporia, VA 23847
Facility Type - Short Term Acute Care Hospital
EMR - Epic
Beds - 80
OR Beds - 2
ER Visits - 11263
Estimated Pay
Weekly Total* $2,538
36 Hoursx $35.90/hr - $1,292
Overtime - $85.75/hr
Call Back - $85.75/hr
Holiday - $85.75/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 Emporia, VA. 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), 1 Year * Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.