CT Technologist
Columbus, Ohio
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Job Opportunity: CT Technologist (Travel/Contract)

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

Job Description

Join a fast-paced emergency room team at a Level I trauma center and Stroke Accredited facility serving a diverse patient population.

Shift Details

• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Works every third weekend
• Call once every 6 weeks

Key Responsibilities

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

Work Environment

• Inpatient
• Emergency Room
• Operating Room
• Level I Trauma Center
• Community Hospital
• Adult ICU

Required Qualifications

• Valid CT Technologist license in Ohio
• Minimum 1 year of CT Technologist experience within the last year
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification
• Experience working with Level I Trauma patients
• Experience working with adult patients
• Experience in an inpatient setting
• Experience with Epic charting system

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, including FBI and BCI fingerprinting
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG monitoring
• Education accreditation confirmation required
• Ohio BCI & FBI fingerprinting required with specific code (3701.881)
• Pending background check attestation required if fingerprint results are pending
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 3 months of start (no pending drug screens allowed)
• 2 professional references required (at least 1 from a manager or formal leadership)

Certifications and Training

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only (Instructor/Provider and RQI acceptable)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - may be required depending on unit
• Other certifications such as PALS, NRP, NIH Stroke Certification may be required depending on unit assignment
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement (annual)
• State license verification within 30 days of start

Health and 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 of start; TB questionnaire required
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - 2 vaccines or positive titer required
• Hepatitis B titer or 3-vaccine series (declination acceptable)
• Varicella - 2 vaccines or positive titer required unless medically exempt
• Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season (10/1 - 3/31)
• COVID-19 vaccination not required but strongly recommended

Additional Requirements

• Employment application and skills checklist required
• Dress code and hand hygiene policy acknowledgment required
• Fraud, Waste, and Abuse training certificate required prior to start and annually
• Ethics and compliance policies must be reviewed and acknowledged annually

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity environment with a reputable trauma and stroke center, requiring strong technical skills and certifications in CT technology.