CT Technologist
Charlotte, North Carolina
Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center

Travel/Contract Radiology / Cardiology Position

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Work Schedule: Weekend shifts only (Friday, Saturday & Sunday)
• Shift Hours: 12-hour days, 08:45 PM - 09:15 AM
• Call Requirement: None
• Float Requirement: None
• Patient Population: Infants, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics
• Unit: Emergency Department (ED)
• Work Environment: Very fast-paced with trauma and Code Stroke cases
• Daily Caseload: 150-200 scans across 4 rooms
• Typical Case Load per Tech (8-hour shift): 8-12 patients
• Number of Techs on Shift:

  • First shift: 4-5 techs
  • Second shift (after 5 PM): 2-3 techs
  • Third shift: 1 tech
  • Weekends: 2 techs

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum Specialty Experience: 2 years
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required (1st time travelers accepted)
• Skills:

  • Inpatient, ER, Adult ICU experience
  • Experience with Siemens & GE scanners (Siemens FORCE model use is a MUST)
  • Some trauma experience
• CT Procedure Experience:

  • Abdomen, Pelvis, Head/Neck, Chest, Spine, Musculoskeletal, Brain Perfusion, CTAs, Multiplanar Reconstruction
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ARRT(R)(CT)

Preferred Skills

• Outpatient experience
• IV starts
• PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System)
• Contrast administration
• Visage system familiarity

Orientation & Start Details

• Orientation attendance is mandatory; missing any portion may delay or cancel the start
• Start date is subject to change based on class and trainer availability
• Travelers may start on Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday of the first week
• Must be fully available with no other commitments during orientation and start week

Equipment & Systems

• Siemens Scanner (FORCE model) and GE scanners
• Unit Systems: EPIC, Visage

Dress Code

• Scrubs color: Royal Blue

Patient Diagnoses

• Variety of patient ages and conditions including trauma and stroke cases

Additional Notes

• No weekend RTO (Return to Office) allowed
• Very fast-paced emergency department environment
• No call or float requirements

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background checks within 6 months
• Drug testing within 6 months (9-panel acceptable)
• Immunizations and health documents including:

  • Negative TB or Chest X-Ray within 1 year
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella vaccination or titer documentation
  • Flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season
• Certifications and competencies as required (e.g., ACLS, BLS, NIH Stroke Certification if applicable)
• Photo for badge (passport style, solid white background, business attire)
• Completion of facility-specific orientation and training modules (e.g., Medication Safety, Non-Novant Health Worker Orientation)
• Compliance with hospital policies and confidentiality agreements

This position is ideal for radiology technologists with at least 2 years of experience, comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced emergency department setting, and proficient with Siemens FORCE CT scanners. Weekend availability and flexibility during orientation are essential.