Cardiology X-Ray Technologist
Greenwich, CT
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: X-Ray Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Greenwich, Connecticut
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Schedule

• Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 2:45 PM
• Weekends and on-call as needed
• May float if needed

Facility Overview

• 186 staffed beds
• Magnet and Teaching Hospital
• Free parking available

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (X-Ray Tech)
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 1+ year typical for specialty (confirm with recruiter)
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
• Check unit description for any additional required certifications

Background Checks & Compliance

• 7-year criminal background check required within 12 months prior to start; must be updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start
• Education verification required, including foreign equivalency if applicable
• State license verification required within 30 days of start (MRI Techs exempt)
• National certification verification as applicable

Competency Exams & Testing

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam required within 12 months of start (85% passing score)
• Color Blind Testing required for all candidates on/after 8/2/2024 (80% passing score)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam may be required depending on unit

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test within 12 months of start; must be updated annually
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray documentation required
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination highly preferred for certain specialties (not mandatory)
• Required immunizations or proof of immunity: Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
• 10 Panel Drug Screen within 12 months of start
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (9/1 - 3/31)
• COVID vaccination preferred but not mandatory

Employment History & Documentation

• 7-year work history with no gaps greater than 90 days required
• Verification of last 7 years of employment required for all start dates on/after 8/2/2024
• Skills checklist required within 12 months of start
• Attestation of prior radiation exposure required for X-Ray Techs and related units

Additional Facility-Specific Training & Documents

• Various mandatory training modules and attestations (e.g., Stroke Education, CLABSI Prevention, Pressure Injury Prevention, Language Services, CAUTI Education, Suicide Risk Assessment, Pyxis MedStation, Baxter Pump Interoperability, Patient Bedside Rounding, Ventricular Assist Device Awareness, Blood Administration, New Employee Orientation, 21st Century Cures Act, Chaperone Policy, etc.)
• Some trainings may be exempt depending on unit or facility
• Training modules typically require review and signed attestation, often via electronic signature

Notes

• Candidates must be prepared for background checks, health screenings, and multiple competency exams
• Compliance with all facility-specific training and documentation is mandatory
• Floating and on-call duties may be required
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position

This summary highlights the key information relevant to healthcare recruiters and workers considering this X-Ray Tech travel contract in Greenwich, CT.