X-Ray Technologist
Saratoga Springs, NY
PRIDE Health
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: X-Ray Tech

Location: Saratoga Springs, New York
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Varied schedule over two weeks:

  • Week 1: 40 hours total

    • Sunday: 7 AM – 11 PM (15 hours)
    • Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 3 PM – 12 AM (8.5 hours each)
  • Week 2: 32 hours total

    • Monday, Tuesday: 3 PM – 12 AM (8.5 hours each)
    • Saturday: 7 AM – 11 PM (15 hours)

Required Qualifications

• Valid Radiology Technologist license in New York
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Radiology Technologist, including experience within the last year
• Experience as an X-Ray Technician
• Experience with Epic Charting system

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – American Heart Association or American Red Cross preferred
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – preferably AHA or Red Cross
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) preferred
• Successful completion of advanced EKG/ECG competency exam within 72 hours of contract signing (90% passing score required; 3 attempts allowed)
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Color Blind Testing preferred
• NIH Stroke Certification may be required depending on unit assignment

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start date
• Negative TB test (2-step PPD or Quantiferon Gold) within 1 year; chest X-ray if prior positive PPD
• Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen within 1 year (negative result required)
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Measles (Rubeola): 2 MMR boosters or positive titer
  • Mumps: 2 MMR boosters or positive titer
  • Rubella: 2 MMR boosters or positive titer
  • Varicella: 2 boosters or positive titer or history of chickenpox
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, declination, or vaccine series
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required by December 5th, 2024 (mask required if exempt)
• Eye exam including Ishihara color deficiency test

Additional Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (driver’s license or state ID)
• Background checks including 7-year search, sex offender registry, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG (updated annually)
• Facility-specific documents and training including:

  • Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training (New York State requirement for RNs and LPNs)
  • Photo for badge (passport-style)
  • FCRA Authorization Release
  • Lift assessment (typically 25 lbs, may vary by position)
  • ECG Study Guide review
  • TSH Medical History form completion
  • N95 OSHA questionnaire and fit testing (quantitative test required for 3M 1870 mask)
  • PPD Questionnaire
  • Virtual orientation and clinical testing modules completion prior to start date
  • Religious exemption request form for flu vaccine if applicable

Local Residency Rule

• Candidates with primary residence within 50 miles are eligible, excluding the following counties:
  Warren, Washington, Fulton, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Albany, Columbia, Greene, Dutchess, Ulster

References

• 2 professional references required for travel, allied, or per diem acute care roles
• 1 professional reference required for per diem non-acute care roles

This position requires a flexible schedule, strong clinical skills in radiology/cardiology, and compliance with comprehensive health and safety standards.