CT Technologist
Apple Valley, California
Saint Joseph Health Saint Mary

Job Opportunity: CT Tech

Location: Apple Valley, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, 17:45 - 6:15)
Hours per Week: 36 hours

Job Description

• Position involves working as a CT Technologist in an acute care hospital setting.
• Must be open to all shift times; specific shift requests cannot be accommodated.
• Self-scheduling is based on seniority.
• Patient ratio is 1:1.
• Weekend work may exceed every other weekend to meet unit needs.
• No on-call responsibilities.
• No floating between units.
• Block scheduling may be accommodated based on unit needs.
• Guaranteed hours: Facility may call off once every two-week pay period.

Required Qualifications

• Valid CT Technologist license in California.
• Minimum 1 year of CT Technologist experience within the last year.
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification.
• ARRT Advanced certification.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.

Facility Information

• Type: Acute Care Hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 212
• Charting system: Epic
• Parking: Free

Certifications & Training Requirements

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification only.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification only.
• Other certifications (PALS, NRP, Chemotherapy, EFM, NIH Stroke, CPI, IV Certification, Management of Assaultive Behavior) may be required based on unit and clinical track.
• Annual regulatory and specialty-specific training modules required via LMS.
• Epic training modules completion required as applicable.

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO.
• Fit mask test required for travel candidates starting on or after 2/5/2024; must be updated annually.
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or declination accepted:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - 2 vaccines or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine during flu season or signed declination
  • COVID vaccination record preferred; declinations accepted with adherence to masking policies
• Drug screening: 9-panel drug screen within 12 months of start (instant acceptable).

Additional Requirements

• Respiratory safety clearance required annually for travel candidates.
• Skills checklist required annually for applicable units.
• May be required to complete float policy acknowledgment.
• Photo for badge required (passport style with neutral background).
• Must comply with all state-specific licensing and background check requirements.

Notes

• No call or floating required.
• Weekend shifts may be frequent.
• Self-scheduling based on seniority.
• Facility does not accept pending licenses.
• Background checks and verifications are extensive and must be current.
• Travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this CT Tech travel contract position in California.