CT Technologist - Radiology/Cardiology
Escondido, California
Palomar Medical Center

Job Opportunity: CT Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Escondido, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Schedule: Nights, Wednesday - Saturday, 2100-0730, 4x10 hour shifts
Shift Details: Typically two weekend shifts and 1 call shift per two-week pay period

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a CT Technologist
• CT Technologist experience within the last year
• Experience working with Pediatric patients
• Experience working with Neonate patients
• Experience working with Maternal-Fetal patients

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Valid CT Technologist license in California
• BLS issued by American Heart Association

Additional Certifications (Preferred/Required)

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - AHA only (required for Radiology Tech - IR and related areas)
• Other certifications may be applicable depending on assignment but not explicitly required for this role

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned

Job Description Highlights

• Night shift position with a 4x10 schedule
• Call and weekend shifts required
• Work involves Radiology/Cardiology specialty with CT technology focus

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• I9 verification
• Valid Driver’s License or State ID with address
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, national criminal, sex offender, FACIS Level 3, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NP confirming good health and free of communicable diseases
• Fit mask test within 12 months of start (annual renewal required for direct hires)
• Negative 9-panel drug test within 30 days prior to start
• TB screening (2-step PPD, Q-Gold, or T-spot) or chest X-ray within 1 year, updated annually
• Required immunizations or titers: Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella (vaccines or positive titers; declinations accepted where noted)
• Flu vaccination or declination form required annually prior to flu season
• COVID vaccination preferred; declination form required if unvaccinated
• Badge photo with white background required prior to start
• Online orientation and compliance training required before start
• Skills checklist and employment application required, with skills checklist updated annually
• References: 2 required within 3 years from a manager, supervisor, or charge RN

Competency Requirements

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam with 80% pass rate, completed within 12 months of start
• Unit Specialty Competency Exam with 80% pass rate, completed within 12 months of start
• Core Parts I, II, and III competency exams with 80% or above, updated annually

Summary

This is a night shift CT Tech travel contract position in California requiring 2 years of CT Technologist experience including recent experience within the last year, valid California CT Technologist licensure, BLS certification by the American Heart Association, and experience working with Pediatric, Neonate, and Maternal-Fetal patients. The contract is approximately 13 weeks with a 4x10 schedule including weekend and call shifts. Candidates must meet extensive compliance, health, and competency requirements prior to start.