CT Technologist (Trauma Imaging)
Tacoma, WA
Olaro
4x10 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: CT Technologist - Imaging Services

Location: Tacoma, Washington
Facility Type: Hospital (Level II Trauma Center)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• Shift: 10-hour shifts, every other week Wednesday to Tuesday, 9:00 PM – 7:30 AM (night shift)
• Weekend rotation: Possible
• Holiday work: Possible if scheduled
• On-call: Not required unless emergent and voluntary
• Orientation: 1-2 weeks day shift orientation

Unit & Patient Population

• Clinical Interview Unit with 4 CT rooms
• Patient types include trauma (adult and pediatric Level II), stroke, ER cases, adults, pediatrics, geriatrics
• Average patients per day:

  • Days: 45
  • Evenings: 56
  • Nights: 28
  • Total ~130 patients per 24-hour period

Experience & Licensure Requirements

• Minimum 2-3 years CT experience required (1 year not accepted)
• First-time travelers accepted
• Required licenses/certifications:

  • ARRT (CT)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • Washington State CT Technologist license

Skills & Competencies

• Trauma imaging experience
• IV insertion skills required

Support & Team Structure

• Lead Tech available 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• 2-5 CT Techs per shift depending on time of day
• Radiologist available off-site at night
• Transporter available during day and evening shifts; ER/inpatient staff assist with patient transport at night

Technology & Equipment

• EMR system: EPIC
• PACS system: McKesson
• CT equipment: Siemens

Additional Information

• No floating to other departments
• Scrub color: Any solid, professional color
• Free parking available in garage

Behavioral Interview Questions (examples)

• Describe a time you disagreed with a coworker or supervisor. How did you handle it professionally?
• Tell me about a situation where someone acted unprofessionally around you. How did you respond?
• How do you maintain professionalism when frustrated or upset at work?
• Describe a time your patience was tested at work. How did you manage your emotions?
• Have you witnessed unprofessional behavior in a team? What was your role in addressing it?

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Flu documentation for 2025-26 season
• Annual core competencies
• CPR/BLS certification
• Criminal background check and drug screen
• Immunizations and titers (Hep B, MMR, Varicella, TDAP)
• HIPAA training and confidentiality agreements
• Physical exam and PPD test
• Various employment and compliance authorizations and screenings

This position is ideal for CT Technologists with trauma experience seeking a fast-paced hospital environment with a diverse patient population and strong team support.