Locum Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist

Terrestris Global Solutions•Syracuse, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking for a Challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help! We are seeking a Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist to support the Veteran community in the Syracuse, NY area. This position is open to all candidates, including Locum or Traveling professionals. Position Highlights: Logistics: Contract Type: 6-month tour with an option to extend beyond the 6-month commitment Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm- Shift Varies Location: Syracuse, NY (VAMC) What does a typical day look like for the Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist? You will: Clinical Hours Shift: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm- Shift Varies Prepare the patient for radiographic or sonographic procedures by assessing the patient’s needs and providing pretest patient education, explaining procedures and answering questions; provide reassurance and support to the patient throughout the procedure; assure understanding of discharge instructions before the patient leaves care area. Perform diagnostic imaging examinations according to the service’s procedures. Locate and record internal elements of the body, including blood vessels and organs. Perform quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images; adjust equipment and position patient to eliminate test artifacts, protect patient from unnecessary radiation exposure by positioning lead shields or limiting the size of x-ray beams.

Requirements

Authorization to work in the U.S. permanently, without sponsorship.
3+ years of experience
Unrestricted Licensed to practice Radiologic Technology in a state, territory, or commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia.
Certification in Computed Tomography and Diagnostic X-ray with the ARRT.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
CT abdomen I- and I+
Low dose chest CT
Chest CT I- I+
CT Head Neck Chest I- I +
CT Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar spine
CT Cystogram
CT facial bones
CT IVP
CT PE protocol
CTA of the head
CTA neck
CTA Abdomen, Pelvis
CT GI Bleed
CT soft-tissue neck
CT Post EVAR
CT renal mass
CT IAC
Ct Biopsies
If selected, candidates will need to complete credentialing and onboarding requirements consistent with VA medical staff processes.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with the VA is a plus

Responsibilities

Prepare the patient for radiographic or sonographic procedures by assessing the patient’s needs and providing pretest patient education, explaining procedures and answering questions
Provide reassurance and support to the patient throughout the procedure
Assure understanding of discharge instructions before the patient leaves care area.
Perform diagnostic imaging examinations according to the service’s procedures.
Locate and record internal elements of the body, including blood vessels and organs.
Perform quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images
Adjust equipment and position patient to eliminate test artifacts
Protect patient from unnecessary radiation exposure by positioning lead shields or limiting the size of x-ray beams.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) match
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation
11 federal paid holidays
We offer outstanding benefits including health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs.
Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards.
Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs.
Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category.