Travel CT Technologist - $2,650 per week at Tact Staff
Alpena, MI 49707
About the Job
Tact Staff is seeking a travel CT Technologist for a travel job in Alpena, Michigan.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: CT Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 10/21/2024
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Computed Tomography (CT) Scan Technologist Position Summary:This position assists the radiologist and other physicians with high quality radiographic images required in part for the diagnosis and treatment of patients while ensuring the least amount of radiation exposure to oneself and the patient.A Day in the Life of a CT Scan Technologist at MyMichigan Health:(35%)* Perform computer tomography studies following protocol. Able to differentiate between normal and abnormal anatomy and tailor exams in accordance with patient history obtained, protocol, and radiologist instruction. (30%)* Administer intravenous (IV) and oral contrast as required for procedures according to protocols. Follow departmental protocol and institution guidelines for delivery of IV contrast material. Monitor patient’s physical and mental condition throughout the entire procedure. Record all patient data appropriately. (20%)* Provide radiation protection for patients, self, and others using gonadal shielding and collimation where applicable. Document acknowledgment of scheduling as directed. (15%)* Perform nursing duties including but not limited to the following:Assisting the radiologist in the performance of sterile procedures.Practicing sterile technique.Obtaining vital signs.Obtaining pertinent clinical history.Being proficient in venous puncture.Documenting all important data appropriately.Identifying an allergic reaction or any other urgent medical condition and will notify and assist the radiologist in the treatment of such a situation.
Submission Requirements
2+ years of experience - RequiredTravel - Preferred Epic - Required Toshiba or Canon Experience - Highly PreferredBLS (AHA) and ARRT - Required Profile Requirements:Work HistorySkills Checklist, current to 1 year, pertinent to the specialty2 Supervisory Reference Forms, taken within the last two yearsLicensure (ARRT) & Certifications (BLS AHA)Candidates' Permanent Address (Facility will not consider local candidates - 50 mile radius restriction)
Certification Requirements
ARRT
BLS (AHA)
About the Facility
A 139 licensed-bed hospital located in northeast Michigan on the shores of Lake Huron, Alpena's first community hospital opened in 1915 as the Donald McRae Hospital. It served until 1939, when a petition was passed to build a new public hospital. On April 16, 1940, a new 88-licensed bed hospital opened called Alpena General Hospital. On April 1, 2016, Alpena Regional Medical Center joined MidMichigan Health, making it the fifth Medical Center in the MidMichigan Health system. To reflect the hospital joining MidMichigan, the Medical Center changed its name to MidMichigan Medical Center – Alpena. Accredited by The Joint Commission, the Medical Center has approximately 1,000 employees, 200 volunteers and about 100 physicians. In 2017, the Medical Center in Alpena was recognized as a Top Rural Community Hospital by the National Rural Health Association, was named to the Becker's Hospital Review 2017 list of 100 Great Community Hospitals, and received Michigan’s Quality Improvement Organization (MPRO) 2019 Governor’s Awards of Excellence for outstanding achievement in Effective Reporting and Measurement in Outpatient Quality Reporting Acute Care Hospitals, as well as Hospital Value-based Purchasing Acute Care Hospitals.Equipment: EpicDress Code: Gray**This client has a rebate of 2% of all billings related to this assignment; passthrough expenses are not subject to any rebates. Please see section 14.6.1 of SSP Master Agreement for details.**
Tact Medical Staffing Job ID #485879. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Tech - CT
About Tact Staff
Our nurses choose Tact assignments because it provides the opportunity to take on new challenges in their careers while they travel across the United States and gain enriching experiences on a professional and personal level.
Our dedicated team of staffing consultants will work with you and be your advocate as you choose to embark on new assignments. Our team is committed to providing our nurses and allied professionals with the most rewarding healthcare assignments and choices at primer healthcare institutions nationwide. Let us handle the details; you choose the job and location that are right for you.
Be Adventurous, Make a Difference, Travel with Tact.
Be Adventurous - Becoming a travel nurse or allied professional is not only a professional adventure, but a personal adventure as well. It is an opportunity to challenge yourself, to explore a new place, and try amazing food...
Make a Difference - Nurses and allied professionals make such a huge difference in so many lives. The care and compassion you show to your patients, does not go unnoticed. We know how important your jobs is, which is why we take our job as recruiters so seriously. Being able to place nurses and allied professionals in hospitals, where you are doing something as crucial as saving lives, is something we feel thankful to be able to do.
Travel with Tact - From the moment we receive your resume we begin trying to build a relationship with you. We know the importance of becoming your friend, before becoming your recruiter. Building friendly, yet professional relationships allows us to discover what you truly want... and don't want in a travel assignment.
