CT Technologist
Montgomery, AL
Thrive Staffing
4x10 hrs, Days

General Information

Join a fast-paced and high-acuity environment at our Level II Trauma Center, with potential conversion to Level I soon. This facility boasts 492 beds and serves a diverse patient population, including both adults and occasional pediatric cases (outpatients/ED).

Patient Care Responsibilities

• Provide care in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Maintain patient ratios of 1:1, averaging 4 patients per hour (40 patients per day).

Qualifications

• BLS certification is required for all candidates.
• ARRT certification is mandatory for all applicants.
• CT Tech: ARRT-CT certification is required.
• Experience in biopsy drainage, trauma, angiograms, and stroke perfusion is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience is required, or 2 years for first-time travelers with necessary skills.

Work Environment

• The position requires working alongside 3-4 CT Techs on days, and staffing of 2 CT Techs on 2nd and 3rd shifts, with 2-3 Techs and an assistant on weekends.
• Technology used includes GE CT scanners and Cerner EMR.
• All rad techs are responsible for purchasing their own markers.

Floating Requirements

Travelers will primarily work in the main Radiology department but may float to different areas of the department as needed.

Orientation

The orientation process consists of 1 eight-hour hospital orientation followed by 2-3 shifts on the unit with another technician.

Scheduling & Holiday Expectations

• Shifts are typically 10 hours, with some 12 and 8-hour shifts available.
• Weekend rotation is typically once a month but may vary based on departmental needs.
• One major and one minor holiday off are expected; however, specific holiday scheduling cannot be guaranteed prior to arrival.
• Requests for time off longer than 7 days must be approved by the manager, and travelers may need to extend their contract to accommodate PTO.

Additional Information

• Scrub color is flexible; any color is acceptable.
• Parking is provided free of charge.