CT Technologist
New Orleans, Louisiana
University Medical Center New Orleans

CT Tech Travel/Contract Position

Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Shift: Day (3 shifts of 12 hours each per week) from 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM
• Hours per week: 36
• Call Requirement: Yes, 2 to 3 shifts per 4-week schedule
• Float Requirement: No
• Scrubs: Black
• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 5 days

Required Qualifications

• Valid CT Technologist license in Louisiana
• Minimum 3 years of CT Technologist experience, including experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• ARRT-R (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Radiography) certification
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system
• Driver's License

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID with name matching all documentation
• Background check within 6 months covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years, including:

  • Social Security trace
  • County, nationwide, sex offender, federal extended, FACIS Level 3 checks
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start
• Drug screening within 30 days of start (10-panel or expanded panel depending on hire date)
• Employment application with 7 years of work history, no gaps over 30 days
• Skills checklist updated within 12 months of start and annually
• State license verification and NURSYS verification within 30 days of start
• Medication, Dysrhythmia/EKG, and Core competency exams required within 12 months of start and updated annually (must score 80% or higher)

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 3 months of start (two-step skin test or equivalent)
• Annual TB questionnaire
• Immunizations or proof of immunity required for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or declination
• Seasonal flu vaccination required annually (Oct 1 – Mar 31) with accepted medical/religious exemptions and declinations
• Tdap vaccine within last 10 years (declinations accepted)
• Physical exam not required by employer but may be required by placement agency

Additional Notes

• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification may be required depending on unit assignment (not specified for this role)
• Teaching hospital and Level 1 Trauma experience preferred but not mandatory
• No float requirement for this position

This position is ideal for experienced CT Technologists with strong radiology/cardiology skills, proficiency with Phillips equipment, and Epic system experience, seeking a travel contract in a Level 1 Trauma teaching hospital environment.