CT Technologist
Saratoga Springs, New York
Saratoga Hospital

Job Opportunity: CT Tech

Location: Saratoga Springs, New York
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Evening, Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM (40 hours/week)
Work Setting: Outpatient clinic and emergent care patients only (no procedures)

Job Description

• Perform CT imaging for outpatient and emergent care patients.
• Collaborate with a unit support tech and another CT tech.
• Work with a supportive team environment.

Required Qualifications

• Valid CT Technologist license in New York.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a CT Technologist.
• CT Technologist experience within the last year.
• IV certification.
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system.

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification, preferably from American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) preferred.
• Successful completion of an advanced EKG/ECG competency exam within 72 hours of contract start (90% passing score required, 100% on lethal rhythms).
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable.
• Color blindness test preferred.
• NIH Stroke Certification (APEX or AHA NIHSS) may be assigned during orientation if not already obtained.

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start date; must complete onsite occupational health physical including a "TSH Medical History" form.
• Negative TB test (2-step PPD or Quantiferon Gold) within 1 year; chest X-ray required if past positive PPD.
• Fit test for N95 mask (3M 1870) required; quantitative test only accepted if done externally.
• 10-panel drug screen within 1 year of start; must be negative and meet specific lab requirements.
• Up-to-date immunizations or titers for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, declination, or vaccine series)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required by December 5th, 2024; mask required if exempt.
• Ishihara color deficiency test required prior to start (can be completed onsite).

Additional Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (driver’s license or state ID).
• Background checks including 7-year search, nationwide, sex offender registry, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG checks.
• Facility-specific documents such as FCRA authorization release and lift assessment (typically 25 lb, may be 10 lb depending on position).
• Completion of virtual general orientation and clinical testing modules prior to start date.
• Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training (New York State mandated for RNs and LPNs).
• Professional references: 2 for travel/allied/per diem acute care; 1 for per diem non-acute care (not required for non-clinical roles).

Notes

• Candidates must pass all required competency exams within 72 hours of contract signing.
• Candidates failing the EKG exam have up to 3 attempts with remediation support.
• Local residency restrictions apply; candidates residing in certain counties within 50 miles of the facility are not eligible for new contracts.
• Physical and health documentation must be current and compliant with facility and state requirements.

This position offers a structured weekday evening schedule in a supportive outpatient and emergent care environment, ideal for CT Technologists with Siemens experience and New York licensure seeking a travel contract opportunity.