CT Technologist
Columbus, OH
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: CT Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

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

Position Overview

• Perform diagnostic radiology procedures including CT and X-Ray following established guidelines.
• Prepare patients for examinations and ensure radiation safety for both operator and patient.
• Conduct routine radiographic studies with typical department volume of 270-290 scans per day.
• Use GE and Canon CT equipment; documentation via EPIC EMR.
• Work schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM), rotating days including weekends and holidays as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Valid CT Technologist license in Ohio.
• Minimum 2 years of CT Technologist experience, including experience within the last year.
• ARRT certification in CT and X-Ray.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Required Certifications

• ARRT certification (CT Tech specific).
• Basic Life Support (BLS).

Work Conditions & Additional Information

• Must have a permanent address more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible.
• Charcoal grey scrubs required.
• Facility is a large, 1,059-bed magnet hospital.

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• 7-year background check completed within 1 year prior to start, including SS trace, county searches, nationwide criminal search, sex offender search, and sanctions screening.
• Negative 9 or 10 panel urine drug screen within 90 days of start (marijuana tested, no medical marijuana exemptions).
• Physical exam within 2 years prior to start, indicating clearance to work.
• Respirator fit test documentation within 1 year if respirator use is required.
• TB test (2 PPDs, QGold, TSpot, or MTB) within 6 months of start.
• Immunizations or titers for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B as per facility policy.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required by specified deadlines.
• Ohio state license verification required.
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam within 7 days of signing and within 2 years of start.
• Color blind testing 100% pass required (online test with 2 attempts).
• Unit-specific competency exams including EKG competency as applicable.

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Fingerprinting required either onsite or at approved locations prior to or on first day of orientation.
• Must complete and sign facility candidate agreement, confidentiality and internet use agreement, and service commitment prior to start.
• Proof of current driver’s license required if job duties include driving.

Shift Details

• 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM).
• Rotating schedule over 4-week cycle including weekends and holidays.

Summary

This travel CT Tech position requires ARRT certification, Ohio licensure, and a minimum of 2 years’ experience. The role involves performing diagnostic CT and X-Ray procedures in a high-volume, large hospital setting with a rotating 3x12 hour day shift schedule. Compliance with extensive background checks, immunizations, and competency testing is mandatory. Candidates must live more than 100 miles from the facility to qualify.