Radiologic Technologist (X-ray & Fluoroscopy)
Tacoma, WA
Olaro
5x8 hrs, Days

Imaging Services - Radiologic Technologist

Location: Tacoma, Washington
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Provide X-ray services across multiple hospital units including Mary Bridge and Tacoma General.
• Imaging pediatric and adult patients in inpatient, outpatient, ED, trauma, NICU, and OR settings.
• Work independently with other staff in a fast-paced acute care environment.

Schedule & Shift Details

• Shift: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday every other week
• Hours: 2:30 PM – 12:30 AM
• Rotation: 7 days on, 7 days off
• Weekend rotation based on department needs
• On-call: 24 hours of weekend call per month (may be split into two 12-hour shifts)
• On-call shifts: Saturday & Sunday 6:00 AM – 6:00 AM, Monday – Friday 5:00 PM – 6:00 AM
• Must be onsite within 30 minutes of call
• Holiday work required if scheduled

Unit Information & Patient Types

• X-ray Rooms:

  • 3 Fluoroscopy
  • 4 Plain Film
  • 7 Portables
  • 7 C-arms
  • 1 O-ARM
• Average X-rays per day: 190 (24-hour period)
• Patient population: Neonates through geriatrics, including ICU and trauma patients
• Patient types: Inpatient, outpatient, ED, trauma, NICU, OR
• Patient ratio: 1:1

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years acute care experience required
• First-time travelers accepted if they have acute care experience
• Required Licenses/Certifications:

  • BLS
  • ARRT or RCIS
  • Washington State Radiologic Technologist License

Skills & Competencies

• Strong independent worker
• Proficient in general X-ray (plain film, abdomen, pelvis), fluoroscopy, OR & trauma imaging
• Portable imaging experience required
• Knowledgeable with C-arms and OEC C-arms (required)
• Experience transporting ED patients to/from X-ray
• EPIC EMR experience required (Radiant subset used)
• Familiarity with McKesson PACS, Siemens digital x-ray, Shimadzu portable x-ray preferred

Orientation & Training

• 4-5 days hospital and unit orientation
• Training includes fluoroscopy, RA, OR, ED, and float roles focusing on inpatient portables
• 8-10 hour shifts during orientation based on daily needs
• Completion of compliance check-off sheet required

Department Support

• RT coverage 24/7
• Hospitalist and intensivist support 24/7

Floating

• Yes, floating to all department areas and Mary Bridge

Dress Code & Other Notes

• Scrub color: Any except camo, denim, or hoodies; hospital provides OR scrubs for OR work
• Closed-toe shoes required
• Free parking in designated areas

Behavioral Interview Questions (Examples)

• Describe a time you disagreed with a coworker or supervisor and how you handled it professionally.
• How have you responded to unprofessional behavior in the workplace?
• How do you maintain professionalism when frustrated or upset at work?
• Describe a situation where your patience was tested and how you managed your emotions.
• Have you addressed unprofessional behavior in a team setting? What was your role?

Additional Requirements

• Compliance with various health and safety documentation and certifications including:

  • Flu documentation, annual competencies, ARRT, BLS, criminal background check, drug screen, immunizations (Hep B, MMR, Varicella, TDAP), HIPAA, physical exam, and others as required by the facility.