CT Technologist (Radiology/Cardiology)
Columbus, OH
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: CT Technologist (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Columbus, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (1900-0730)
• Call once every 6-10 weeks
• Works every third weekend

Facility & Environment

• Level I Trauma Center
• Stroke Accredited
• Fast-paced Emergency Room environment
• Inpatient, Emergency Room, Operating Room, Adult ICU
• Community Hospital setting

Key Responsibilities

• Perform CT scans (abdomen, pelvis, chest, head/neck, spine, musculoskeletal, brain perfusion)
• Operate CT equipment ensuring high-quality images
• Support patient comfort and safety during procedures
• Maintain accurate records and comply with regulatory guidelines
• Participate in on-call rotation as needed

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of CT technologist experience
• BLS and ARRT certifications required
• Advanced ARRT certification preferred
• Experience with Siemens CT equipment and Epic charting system
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including weekends and on-call
• Strong communication skills and ability to work under pressure

Certifications & Compliance

• BLS (Basic Life Support) required (AHA Instructor/Provider or RQI acceptable)
• ARRT certification required; advanced ARRT preferred
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, EFM certifications may be required depending on unit
• State License verification within 30 days of start
• Annual acknowledgment of Orientation Safety Manual
• NIH Stroke Certification may be required for ICU, PCU, ED, Brain & Spine units
• Competency exams including unit-specific and Dysrhythmia/EKG exam required for RNs (if applicable)

Background & Screening Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, including FBI and BCI fingerprinting (Ohio-specific code 3701.881)
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG monitoring
• Education accreditation verification required immediately after contract signing
• Transcript or diploma verification required (including foreign education)
• Pending background check attestation allowed if fingerprint results are pending
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug test within 3 months of start (includes amphetamines, benzodiazepines, THC, cocaine, opiates, etc.)
• References: 2 professional references required, at least one from a manager or formal leader

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start confirming good health and free of contagious disease
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine (adult dose after age 11/12)
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year; TB questionnaire required annually
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella): 2 vaccines or positive titer; boosters if low titer
• Hepatitis B: Titer or 3-vaccine series or signed declination
• Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer; medical exemptions reviewed
• Seasonal flu vaccine or declination (mask required if declining during flu season)
• COVID-19 vaccination not required but strongly recommended

Additional Facility-Specific Policies

• Dress code and hand hygiene policy must be reviewed and signed
• Confidential Fraud, Waste, Abuse, and Compliance Reporting training and acknowledgment required
• Ethics and compliance policies must be reviewed and acknowledged annually
• Proof of fingerprint completion required for subcontractors
• Background acknowledgment form required for subcontractors

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract for an experienced CT Technologist in a Level I trauma center with a fast-paced emergency room environment. The role requires strong technical skills, certifications, and compliance with extensive background checks and health documentation. The schedule includes night shifts, call rotation, and weekend work.