CT Technologist - Radiology/Cardiology
Augusta, Georgia
University Hospital

Job Opportunity: CT Tech

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 18 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a CT Tech with experience in Radiology/Cardiology to work in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The patient population ranges from adolescents to geriatrics, with neonates and pediatrics being rare.

Required Experience

• Minimum 1 year of specialty experience (Radiology/Cardiology)
• 1st time travelers are accepted
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required

Required Certifications & Licenses

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
• State License: Must be licensed by the State of Georgia

Skills & Competencies

• IV starts
• PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System)
• Contrast administration skills
• Familiarity with Epic, Pyxis, and SBAR systems
• Ability to float to a nearby sister campus (approx. 3 miles away)

Work Schedule & Requirements

• Return to Office (RTO) maximum 7 days
• Weekend shifts depend on the posted schedule
• Floating between campuses may be required
• No call requirements
• Holiday work expectations:

  • If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, must work it
  • If 2 major holidays fall during assignment, must work both
  • If 3 major holidays fall during assignment, must work 2 of them
    Major holidays include New Year’s, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve and Day

Orientation & Compliance

• Full compliance required to start on time; delays in compliance may result in a 2-week pushback due to bi-weekly orientation scheduling
• Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length

Additional Requirements

• Background check required within 30 days of start (must be complete prior to start)
• Education verification required (degree related to specialty)
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months (with specific protocols if previously positive)
• Required immunizations or proof of immunity: MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Varicella, Hepatitis B, Flu vaccine or declination
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start
• Color blindness test required
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam required
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required for certain units (if applicable)
• Skills checklist within 12 months, updated annually
• Two clinical references required
• Verification of most recent work history required (can be pending at start with proof it is in process)

Requirements/Qualifications

• CT Technologist with at least 1 year of experience
• CT Technologist experience within the last year
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification
• Experience working in inpatient settings
• Experience working in outpatient settings
• Proficient in IV starts

Patient Population

• Adolescents to geriatrics primarily
• Neonates and pediatrics are rare

Notes

• Scrub color: Caribbean Blue
• Floating to a sister campus may be required
• Locals accepted at the same rate

This position is ideal for CT Techs with at least 1 year of experience in Radiology/Cardiology who are comfortable working in diverse inpatient and outpatient settings and meeting the outlined compliance and certification requirements.