CT Technologist
Salem, Oregon
Salem Hospital

Job Opportunity: CT Technologist (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Salem, Oregon
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Outpatient focus CT Technologist position
• Must have outpatient experience and IV skills
• Experience with GE and Toshiba/Canon machines; GE experience preferred for open shifts
• Performs diagnostic quality procedures in a safe manner following ARRT guidelines in Computerized Tomography

Education & Licensure Requirements

• Graduate from an imaging technology program approved by licensing bodies
• Must be licensed by the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) in radiography (pending okay)
• Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in radiography
• Must be licensed in CT by OBMI OR registered in CT by ARRT
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required within 90 days of hire

Required Experience

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Years of experience: Not explicitly stated, but implied to require relevant outpatient CT experience (default to higher if conflicting info found; here no conflicting info)
• Prior travel experience: Not specified as required

Work Schedule

• Week 1: Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday (36 hours)
• Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday (36 hours)

Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only, RQI acceptable
• Other certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc.) not required for this position unless specified by unit
• Competency exams with passing scores required (e.g., 80% for general competency)

Health & Background Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start required (can start with physical pending)
• Drug testing: 10-panel within 90 days of start required
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or declination forms accepted:

  • Tdap
  • Flu vaccine (year-round, updated annually)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (titers or vaccines)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
  • Varicella (titer or vaccines)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start (not required for CT techs)
• Fit mask testing required onsite within first week of start (exceptions apply)
• Background checks including criminal, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and education verification as applicable

Additional Requirements

• Clear copy of driver's license or passport/state ID required
• Education verification required for non-licensed providers (not applicable here)
• References: 2 references within last 2 years showing 1 year in comparable specialty, at least one supervisory within last 12 months
• Badge photo with white background required at least 8 days prior to start
• Completion of required HealthStream modules by due date

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract for a CT Technologist with outpatient experience and IV skills, licensed and registered in radiography and CT, with preferred experience on GE equipment. The position requires standard healthcare certifications, immunizations, background checks, and compliance with facility-specific onboarding requirements.