CT Technologist
Kodiak, AK
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: CT Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Kodiak, Alaska
Facility: Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center
Hospital System: Providence Health and Services - MSP
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: ASAP
Shift: 3x12 hour evening shifts (Friday-Sunday)
Guaranteed Hours: 60 hours per 2 weeks (may be called off for 1 shift per 2 weeks)

Job Requirements

• Experience: New graduates accepted; first-time travelers accepted
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ARRT-CT (Computed Tomography)
  • ARRT-R (Radiography)
• Skills Required:

  • Adult Acute Care
  • Emergency Room (ER) experience
• On-call: Yes
• Weekend Work: Yes
• Floating: Must be willing to float within scope to cover X-ray when needed
• Locals: Not accepted (candidate’s permanent address must be at least 50 miles from facility)
• Pending License: Not accepted
• Return to Office Restrictions: Based on request

Facility Information

• Type: Acute Care Medical Center, Long Term Care Facility, Outpatient
• Trauma Level: Level IV Trauma, Critical Access Hospital
• Beds: 46 Acute Care beds, 22 Long Term Care beds
• Charting System: Epic
• Dress Code: Any scrub color or business casual
• Parking: Free

Housing and Vehicle

• Housing Provided: Yes

  • Typically 1-bedroom apartments
  • Available no earlier than 72 hours before contract start and no later than 24 hours after contract end
  • Pets not allowed
  • Housing usually accommodates only the traveler; additional family members require approval
  • Traveler responsible for cleaning housing upon departure (or fees apply)
• Vehicle Provided: Yes

  • Facility arranges rental or facility-owned vehicle for use during assignment
  • Available same timeframe as housing (72 hours before start to 24 hours after end)
  • Only traveler may operate the vehicle
  • Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance required
  • Personal insurance must cover rental cars
  • Vehicle use limited to “around town” within 30-mile radius; no off-road use
  • Vehicle must be returned clean and with a full tank of gas
  • Tire chains available at traveler’s expense
  • Vehicle must be returned during time off and reissued upon return

Required Documentation and Compliance

• Background Check: Within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years; updated annually
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start
  • Fit mask test (N95 or equivalent) required for travel starts after 2/5/2024
  • Immunizations: TDAP, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Hepatitis B (or declination), Varicella, Flu vaccine (seasonal), COVID-19 vaccine or declination
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually
  • 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
  • Respirator medical clearance for travel starts after 2/5/2024
• Licenses and Certifications:

  • State license verification as applicable
  • NURSYS verification for RNs
  • Other certifications as required by specialty and facility
• References: Minimum of 2 supervisor references covering 1 year of employment in a comparable specialty/setting within last 3 years
• Employment Application: Must include at least last 5 years of employment with explanations for gaps or overlaps
• Education Verification: Required for all candidates to verify relevant degrees or certifications
• Skills Checklists: Required annually for applicable units

Training and Modules

• Completion of Providence Health and Services required WorkRamp training modules prior to start, including:

  • Core modules for caregivers
  • Specialty-specific modules for ER, L&D, leadership roles, etc.
  • Regional and facility-specific modules as assigned
• Epic electronic health record training modules required
• Compliance with float policy acknowledging possible assignment to other Providence facilities nearby

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be willing to float to other units as needed
• Housing and vehicle use policies are strict regarding timing, cleaning, and authorized users
• This is a travel/contract position with a 13-week assignment length
• New graduates and first-time travelers are welcome to apply

This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a Level IV Trauma, Critical Access Hospital in Kodiak, Alaska, with housing and vehicle provided, and a supportive environment for new graduates and travel clinicians.