CT Technologist
Paducah, KY
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,646/weekOverview
- Start Date12/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration9 weeks
- SettingInpatient
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
CT Tech
Location: Paducah, Kentucky Employment Type: Clinical-Allied Department: Diagnostic and Imaging Services Contract Length: 10 weeks Schedule: 5 days a week, 8-hour shifts (40 hours/week), 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Role Summary
With limited supervision, executes computed tomography and radiographic images. Gathers patient histories, prepares needed information for the patient record, notifies appropriate persons for equipment services and preventive maintenance, and orders and stocks supplies.
Key Responsibilities
- Image quality (40%): Prepares accurate records, manipulates computerized image data for interpretation and archiving, administers contrast media under physician direction and department policy, and reports equipment malfunctions to management.
- Patient care (25%): Verifies patient identity and orders, follows department protocol for all exams, monitors patients throughout exams, uses radiation protection, and assists the radiologist when needed.
- Quality control (10%): Completes equipment and room QC and orders and restocks supplies and linens.
Required Qualifications
- Completion of an accredited education program in imaging sciences
- Valid CT Technologist license in Kentucky (KBMIRT)
- ARRT registration in Radiography
- BLS certification
- At least 1 year of CT Technologist experience within the last year
Employer
PRIDE Health
60 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
Pros
Agency and recruiter are communicative and reach out a good amount after getting you started. Paid weekly.
Cons
Sometimes slow to get concerns addressed in a timely manner. Also can be sometimes overbearing with getting you to agree to contracts.
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PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Fair Chance Employment
Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.
Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.
Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.
About Paducah, KY
As a Travel CT Technologist in Paducah, KY here's what you should know:- Paducah's cost of living is 16% lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 89°F and lows are around 69°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 45°F and lows are around 26°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Paducah, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Paducah is car-friendly with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population in Paducah is diverse with a mix of age groups.
- Common health issues include heart disease, obesity, and diabetes.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses in the area.
- Paducah offers a variety of restaurants featuring Southern cuisine, as well as art galleries, live music venues, and local sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like hiking, boating, and fishing along the Ohio River.
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