CT Technologist
New Brunswick, NJ
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: CT Tech (Travel/Contract)

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Contract Length: 26 weeks (option to specify 13 or 26 weeks)
Shift: Night Shift (4 days per week, 10 hours per day; 9:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Hours per Week: 40

Job Description

• Perform CT (Cat Scan) technology duties in hospital/acute care settings.
• Patient population primarily adults, with occasional pediatric cases.
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend required.
• Experience with Siemens equipment is highly preferred.
• Scrub color: Black.

Required Qualifications

• Valid CT Technologist license in New Jersey
• Minimum 1 year of CT Technologist experience within the last year
• Experience in an acute care setting
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID and valid driver’s license required within 48 hours of signing.
• Criminal background check within 30 days of start, including alias and multi-level searches. No open cases allowed at start.
• Drug screen (10-panel urine) within 30 days of start.
• Employment verification covering 7 years of work history with no gaps over 30 days.
• Must clear state-specific exclusions and federal databases (e.g., EPLS, HHS/OIG).
• Required to sign attestation if background checks are pending at start.

Health and Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within the last 12 months confirming ability to perform essential job functions and free of communicable disease.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 3 months of start; additional clearance if history of positive TB.
• Annual influenza vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required.
• Required immunizations or proof of immunity:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or vaccine compliance)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within last 10 years
• Respiratory medical clearance and on-site fit testing mandatory prior to start; must be updated annually.
• Color vision test required if job tasks involve color discrimination.
• Latex allergy screening questionnaire required if applicable.

Competency and Testing Requirements

• Must complete medication/pharmacology competency exam within 72 hours of signing.
• Pass/fail testing for EKG and medication knowledge as applicable.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required for certain units; confirm applicability.
• IV Therapy/Infusion exam required for all RNs except those in OR specialties (not applicable for CT Tech).
• Annual continuing education units (CEUs) as applicable, including trauma and stroke CEUs for relevant units.

Documentation and Orientation

• Employment application or resume with 7 years of work history required.
• Two professional references within the last 2 years, including at least one managerial reference.
• Completion of facility-specific floating policy and annual education sign-off prior to start.
• Acknowledgement of pass/fail testing if applicable.
• Orientation safety manual acknowledgment including OSHA, HIPAA, and Joint Commission training.

Additional Notes

• Locals are accepted for this travel/contract position.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• Candidates must bring all required documentation to orientation.
• Facility provides on-site fit testing; facial hair must be shaved unless approved accommodation is documented.
• Candidates switching between sites with less than 30-day gaps may have some documentation accepted from prior assignments.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this CT Tech travel contract position in New Jersey.