CT Technologist
Richmond, Virginia
VCU Medical Center

Job Opportunity: CT Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Richmond, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Schedule

• Monday to Friday, 3 PM to 11 PM
• Locals allowed at the same rate

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard for CT Tech roles (confirm with recruiter if needed)
• Prior travel experience: Not specified as required

Licensure

• Must hold a valid Virginia state license appropriate for CT Tech
• Temporary RN licenses are not accepted (if applicable)
• Nursys verification required for RNs (if applicable)

Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (refer to unit job descriptions)
• Tech Certification Verification:

  • MRI Tech: ARRT required (AMRIT not accepted)
  • Sonography Unit: ARRT(S), RDMS, RDCS, CCI, or RVT accepted
  • EEG Techs: National certifications not required but clinical experience is required
  • Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST): NCCT accepted

Background Checks & Verifications

• Criminal background check within 60 days of start, including:

  • All states lived/worked in past 7 years
  • State of permanent residence
  • VA Statewide Repository Search
  • SS Trace
  • All counties lived/worked in past 7 years
  • Nationwide FACIS Level 3
  • Sex Offender Registry
  • Education verification or proof of diploma
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start
• Fingerprinting: Virginia State Police National Criminal Background Check fingerprint results required for certain units (check if applicable)
• Virginia Central Registry (CPS) search and results required for Pediatrics, NICU, Psych, and certain other units (check if applicable)

Health Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (vaccine or declination)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (Q-gold/T-spot within 30 days or two PPDs)
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella titers with booster if low titer
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
  • Varicella titers with booster if low titer
• Drug testing within 60 days of start (9-panel minimum, instant drug screens not accepted)
• Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved exemption required for 2025-26 season

Competencies

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (as applicable)
• Color Blind Testing (required)
• Abuse Reporting Competency (covering physical/sexual abuse, domestic violence, neglect/exploitation)
• Competency exams specific to specialty (e.g., Sonography or Vascular Tech competency exam accepted)

Documentation & Other Requirements

• Complete application/resume required
• Two references required
• Skills checklist updated annually (Sonography or Vascular Tech skills accepted if applicable)
• Orientation includes exams/tests such as Pharmacology Exam, Point of Care Testing, Airborne Precaution Mask Fitting, BKAT for certain nursing roles
• Completion of assigned learning modules during orientation week (approx. 6 hours)
• Government-issued photo ID required and must be carried during hours of service
• HIPAA Acknowledgement required prior to start

Notes

• Certifications expiring within 1 month of contract start will not be accepted
• No onsite renewals for certifications; renewals must be scheduled by the agency
• Fingerprinting and CPS documentation are time-sensitive and must be submitted within specified timeframes
• Candidates may start with pending results for fingerprinting and CPS if proof of submission is on file

This position offers an auto-offer and is open to local candidates at the same rate. Please ensure all required documentation and certifications are current and submitted timely to meet compliance standards.