CT Technologist
Saint Joseph, MO
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

CT Tech (Radiology / Cardiology) - Travel/Contract

Location: Saint Joseph, Missouri
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday) 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (3 shifts/week, 12 hours each)
Call: Approximately 2 shifts per month
Patient Ratio: 1:3

Job Description

• Operate CT equipment with preference for candidates experienced on GE Revolution Scanner.
• Experience with IV Tera Recon, AW, Vision, and i-STAT systems highly preferred.
• Work in a very busy hospital environment.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of CT Technologist experience, including experience within the last year.
• Completion of at least one travel assignment as a CT Technologist.
• Certifications:

  • ARRT CT (Computed Tomography)
  • ARRT Radiography (R)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Must hold a valid Missouri state license for CT Technologists.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Background check within 30 days of start including:

  • National Criminal Check
  • State and County Searches (10 years, all addresses and aliases)
  • SSN Trace with aliases
  • National Sex Offender Registry
  • FACIS Level 3
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM
  • HHS/OIG
• Education verification with official transcript or diploma including graduation date.
• Missouri EDL Search required within 30 days of start.

Health and Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within the last 12 months (not required annually).
• Fit mask testing completed onsite at orientation.
• Negative TB test (PPD, Q-Gold, or T-SPOT) within 1 year of start, updated annually. For positive TB results, chest x-ray within 6 months and annual TB questionnaire required.
• Immunizations or documented immunity (2 doses, positive titer, or declination accepted) for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
• Hepatitis B vaccination series, titer, or declination accepted. If no proof, vaccination must be started prior to start date.
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season or approved medical/religious exemption with mask-wearing from January 1 until flu season ends. Declinations not accepted.
• Drug screen within 30 days of start (not required annually), covering a comprehensive panel of substances.

Testing and Competency

• Basic Dysrhythmia exam and medication/pharmacology competency exams as applicable by profession.
• National certification primary source verification required within 30 days of start.

Documentation and Orientation

• Must complete and sign confidentiality agreement, code of conduct, and other facility-specific documents prior to start.
• Complete demographic form and agency nurse orientation quiz with a minimum passing score of 84%.
• References: 2 professional references within 3 years of start date required.
• Employment application and skills checklist required.
• Verification of most recent employer required.

Additional Notes

• Call required approximately 2 shifts per month.
• Very busy hospital setting with a 1:3 patient ratio.
• Prior travel experience required; no first-time travelers accepted.