Travel CT Technologist - $2,800 per week

ProKatchers is seeking a travel CT Technologist for a travel job in Rockford, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CT Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Shift:12- hour shifts (0600-1830, 0830-2100 & 1000-2230) with every 4th weekend; Holiday rotation; On-Call Rotation
 
Work Experience:

• Performs computed tomography procedures and related techniques. Administers x-radiation to produce diagnostic images for physician interpretation. May be required to alternate shifts, weekends, holidays, and take call. May be asked to flex hours and overtime as necessary to provide quality patient care at assigned sites(s). 
• Performs diagnostic CT procedures.
• 2 years of CT experience required
• If assigned radiographer job duties, also performs radiographic, fluoroscopic, surgical and portable radiographic exams.
• Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by the radiologist.
• Prepares the patient for procedures, providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
• Selects and operates imaging equipment, image capture devices, and accessories to successfully perform procedures.
• Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort; immobilizes patient as necessary.
• Practices aseptic technique as necessary,
• Prepares and administers contrast media as appropriate to procedures performed; starts and maintains intravenous access.
• Initiates basic life support action when necessary.
• Provides patient education.
• Provides input for supply and equipment decisions, maintains control of inventory and supplies for assigned area.
• Provides practical instruction for students and partners.
• Observes universal protocol, standard precautions and appropriate patient identifiers.
• Applies principles of patient safety during all aspects of procedures, including assisting and transporting patients.

• Graduate of an accredited radiography program

• BLS/CPR Certification.
• ARRT Radiography registration required

• ARRT Computed Tomography registration required
• IEMA-DNS radiography accreditation required
• Approved CPR or BLS certification required

ProKatchers Job ID #290872. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: CT Technologist, Day / Evening

About ProKatchers

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Vision benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• License and certification reimbursement
• Dental benefits
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus