CT Technologist
Akron, Ohio
Summa Akron City Hospital

Job Opportunity: CT Technologist

Location: Akron, Ohio
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Operate Computerized Tomography (CT) and Radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic CT scans and radiographs under indirect supervision.
• Ensure timely processing of patient records and procedure results.
• Evaluate images with Radiologist and take additional images as needed.
• Assist with invasive procedures as required.
• Perform other duties as training and skills allow.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Licensed as a Radiographer by the State of Ohio.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of Radiology Technology experience preferred (defaulting to higher requirement).
• CT Registry certification preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Manual dexterity to calibrate and operate equipment, position patients, apply restraining devices, and administer intravenous contrast injections.
• Effective verbal communication with patients, physicians, and hospital staff.
• Ability to lift and position patients.
• Ability to perform other radiology procedures after training.
• Computer proficiency for managing patient records.
• CPR certification and ability to initiate CPR.
• Ability to interact respectfully and effectively with diverse patient populations.

Physical Demands

• Heavy physical demands: occasionally exert 50-100 pounds of force, frequently 25-50 pounds, and continuously 10-20 pounds to move objects.

Certifications & Requirements

Required Certifications for Submission

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA only (AHA RQI acceptable)
• ARRT Certification
• License/Certificate Verification (state-specific registry)
• Resume including 3 years prior work history with at least 2 years clinical practice in acute care in a similar specialty

Required for Onboarding

• Fit Test (N95 mask, updated annually)
• Health Statement (pre-employment physical within 1 year confirming ability to perform essential job functions)
• Unit-specific competency exam and skills checklist (updated annually)
• Core competencies training (HIPAA, Joint Commission, OSHA topics)
• Immunizations and health screenings:

  • MMR (titer or 2 adult vaccines, no declinations)
  • Hepatitis B (titer or complete vaccine series, signed declinations accepted)
  • Influenza vaccine (required October-April, exemptions require approval)
  • 2 Step PPD or IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) with specific timing requirements, no declinations accepted
  • Varicella (titer or 2 adult vaccines, no declinations)
  • Annual TB questionnaire (Summa form)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start, updated annually
• Criminal background check (FCRA compliant 7-year search plus additional checks) within 90 days of start
• OIG, EPLS, and Education verifications within 90 days of start
• Social Security Card or SCC

Optional

• COVID-19 vaccine (fully vaccinated required prior to start; medical or religious exemptions considered)
• Tdap vaccine within 10 years (no declinations accepted)
• Positive PPD with negative chest X-ray documentation if applicable

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

This position is suitable for CT Technologists with at least 2 years of experience, appropriate licensure, and certifications, who are comfortable working in a physically demanding environment and meeting comprehensive onboarding health and competency requirements.