Travel CT Tech Job in Lakewood, OH | Days (5x8)

Requirements vary by state and facility, but many travel CT Tech positions look for:

• Current ARRT certification and registration in Computed Tomography—ARRT (CT)—or another CT credential accepted by the facility, such as NMTCB (CT)
• An active supporting or primary credential in radiography, nuclear medicine technology, or radiation therapy, as applicable
• A state imaging license or certification where required
• Basic Life Support certification
• Any contrast, venipuncture, or other competencies listed for the assignment

ARRT certification in Radiography alone does not make a technologist CT-certified. Review both the state licensing requirements and the qualifications listed for the specific position.

Yes. Radiography is one of the most common pathways into CT, and eligible radiologic technologists can pursue CT as an additional credential. Some state rules or facility training programs may allow supervised CT experience while a technologist works toward certification.

Travel assignments usually have less training time. For that reason, facilities often prefer CT certification already in place along with recent experience scanning independently. Depending on the position, they may also look for experience with emergency and trauma studies, stroke protocols, CT angiography, contrast-enhanced examinations, or the scanner platform used by the facility.

Many do. Hospital-based CT assignments frequently include contrast-enhanced examinations, so facilities may look for documented experience with venipuncture, IV contrast administration, power injectors, and contrast-reaction procedures.

CT certification does not automatically determine whether you may start an IV or administer contrast. Your permitted duties depend on state requirements, facility policy, supervision, and documented competency, so review the responsibilities listed for each assignment.

Travel CT Tech roles often move quickly once a strong candidate is submitted. Because imaging departments rely on consistent coverage, facilities frequently prioritize technologists who can start on time, have complete credentials ready, and can adapt to existing protocols without extensive training.

Yes. Lakewood is often a strong market for travel CT Tech jobs due to consistent healthcare demand, a mix of hospital and outpatient settings, and competitive weekly pay packages. Many travelers choose Lakewood for its balance of career growth and lifestyle perks.

Explore the similar jobs section to compare additional travel CT Tech assignments. Travel jobs are sorted by distance from Lakewood, making it easy to view other nearby available opportunities.

You can submit an “I’m Interested” request for each job that matches your preferences. Expressing interest in multiple jobs can give you more options.

Travel CT Tech jobs in Lakewood can be competitive, especially in high-demand specialties or desirable locations. Openings often move quickly once candidates are submitted, so having your profile ready and applying when you see a strong match can improve your chances of landing the assignment you want.

In most cases, travel CT Tech roles require two or more years of recent specialty experience. Exact expectations may vary by facility, but meeting that benchmark opens the door to a wide range of assignments. At Advantis Medical, your recruiter works with you to find opportunities that align with your background, comfort level, and career goals.

Ohio doesn't issue a CT-only license. A licensed radiographer may perform diagnostic CT within the radiography scope, while nuclear medicine technologists and radiation therapists need qualifying national CT certification. A supervised clinical-training pathway is available for those disciplines while they work toward certification. Visit the Ohio Department of Health Radiologic Licensure program for current state requirements.