X-Ray Tech
Metairie, LA
American Traveler
4x10 hrs, Evenings
$2,367/weekOverview
- Start Date08/25/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftEvenings
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care424 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Evenings, 4x10hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 25, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Radiology Technologist - X-Ray for a weekend block schedule requiring at least 1 year of experience, Epic proficiency, and an active ARRT and LSRT certification.
Details
- Work setting includes adult acute care, outpatient, ED, ICU, NICU, PICU, and OR environments
- Procedures include plain films, fluoroscopy studies (barium swallow, upper GI series, contrast enema), enema studies (barium enema air and single contrast), and surgery/C-arm cases
- Bedside and portable procedures performed, including portable chest and abdomen
- Experience required with neonatal, infant, and geriatric patient populations
- Equipment used includes GE, Philips, Siemens, and PACS
- Epic EMR required
- Weekend block schedule: Friday 1:30 PM–10:00 PM, Saturday 6:00 AM–10:30 PM, Sunday 6:00 AM–10:30 PM
- Rotating on-call requirement
- Holiday coverage required
- Float to surgery when needed
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Radiology Technologist
- Active ARRT and BLS certifications required
- Active LA State Radiologic Technology (LSRT) license required if applicable — temporary LSRT accepted (typically issued within 3–5 days of fee payment and proof of ARRT certification)
- Epic EMR experience required
- Experience with neonatal, infant, and geriatric patient populations required
- Experience with enema studies and surgery/C-arm procedures required
- Community hospital experience preferred
- Must be able to perform preparation and/or administration of contrast media
- Driver's license required for consideration
- At least two recent manager references required for consideration
Additional Information
- First-time travelers are eligible for this position
- Candidates living within 75 miles of the facility are accepted at a local rate
- Former permanent employees of the health system must have been separated for at least 1 year before being eligible for a travel assignment
- RTO is limited to 5 days or fewer for the duration of the contract
- Scrub color is hunter green
- Non-billable orientation modules are required prior to the start of the assignment and typically range from 2–4 hours for allied health positions
Facility
East Jefferson General Hospital
2 nurses recommend working with East Jefferson General Hospital
Pros
travel friendly, staffs are helpful, float to other ICUs, stepdown, or med-surg units
Cons
somewhat unorganized

- Short Term Acute Care
- 424 beds
Employer
American Traveler
79 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Responsive and friendly recruiter I had Amanda and she was great!
Cons
Rates where a little bit low and no travel reimbursement
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
Metairie, LA
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