CT Technologist
Detroit, MI
PRIDE Health
4x11 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,951/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x11 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Radiologic Technologist – Computed Tomography
Location
Detroit, Michigan
Contract
13 weeks
Schedule
- Midnights, 6p–6a
- Every other weekend
- Weekend rotation required
- Block scheduling available
- No on-call
Setting
- CT imaging for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department patients
- May also work in a hospital-based fixed unit or ambulatory mobile unit
Required Qualifications
- CT Technologist experience within the last year
- CT Technologist (1 year of experience)
- ARRT (CT)
- BLS issued by American Heart Association
- A high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
Key Responsibilities
- Perform CT and, when needed, general diagnostic radiology examinations
- Prepare patients and explain procedures
- Review clinical data and obtain additional patient history as needed
- Set up equipment, perform scans, and control equipment to obtain diagnostic images
- Administer IV contrast media and monitor for reactions
- Assist with sterile procedures and biopsies
- Follow radiation protection and ALARA principles
- Complete image handling and study documentation in PACS and RIS
- Confirm protocols with the radiologist as needed
- Document in the medical record and radiology information system
Work Conditions
- May be exposed to radiation, high-voltage equipment, and contagious patients
- May need to lift or move equipment or patients over 10 lbs
Preferred Experience
- GE and Siemens experience
- Prior hospital environment experience
Additional Notes
- Must be able to work independently in a high-volume setting
- Continued medical education is required
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
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 Global 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, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Detroit, MI
As a Travel CT Technologist in Detroit, MI here's what you should know:- Detroit's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living, providing good value for money.
- Summer average highs: 81°F; Winter average lows: 19°F
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Detroit, catering to the needs of travel nurses.
- Detroit is car-friendly with a well-connected road network.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system called the QLINE.
- Detroit is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
- Common health issues may include obesity and cardiovascular diseases.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of major healthcare facilities.
- Detroit offers a vibrant food scene with diverse restaurants, a rich musical heritage with venues for live music, sports events including professional teams, and outdoor activities such as the Detroit International RiverWalk for scenic walks and bike rides.
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