Radiology/Cardiology X-Ray Technologist
Philadelphia, PA
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology (Travel/Contract)

Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Shift: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday | 2 PM - 12 AM
• Patient Mix / Units Supported: Not specified
• Experience Required: Minimum 1+ years in specialty (Radiology/Cardiology)
• Certifications Required:

  • ARRT (R) certification
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Travel Experience: First-time travelers accepted (prior travel experience NOT required)
• Electronic Medical Records: Cerner / Centricity IDX Rad charting
• Dress Code: Charcoal Gray/Ceil Blue scrubs

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Identification: Unexpired government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License/State ID)
• Employment Eligibility: I9 form, E-Verify
• Background Checks:

  • 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, updated annually
  • Sex offender registry, FACIS Level 1M, education verification
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks upon hire
  • Pennsylvania-specific: PA Statewide Child Abuse Search and PA Department of Human Services Fingerprinting (within 12 months of start)
• Education Verification: Highest level verified; official transcript acceptable (diploma not accepted)
• References: 2 professional references within 2 years
• Work History Verification: Required (specific NJ state rules apply, but relevant for PA as well)

Certifications & Competencies

• Mandatory Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
  • NIH Stroke Certification (Relias or CEdirect accepted)
• Competency Exams: Medication test/pharmacology and other competency exams as applicable
• Orientation Requirements:

  • Signed safety manual acknowledgment (updated annually)
  • Pass/Fail Basic Dysrhythmia Exam during orientation (one attempt only)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam: Physician statement within 2 months of start
• Fit Mask Test: Fit test within 12 months prior to start (3M 1870+ model required)
• Vaccinations & Titers:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (current)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (2 vaccines or positive titer; exemptions apply for candidates born before 1957)
  • Hepatitis B (series, titer, or declination accepted)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Seasonal Flu Vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption (required during flu season)
• TB Testing: Qgold or TSPOT within 90 days of start (PPD not accepted); chest X-ray if positive test
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 60 days prior to start (9-panel without THC acceptable)
• COVID-19 Vaccine: No longer required prior to start; medical/religious exemptions accepted with masking requirements

Additional Notes

• Modules assigned by education department must be completed prior to orientation (except for this facility)
• Photo required for badge issuance ASAP
• Pass/fail dysrhythmia exam failure results in contract cancellation
• Facility does not provide on-site fit testing; must be completed prior to start
• Candidates with medical/religious COVID exemptions must wear N95, K95, or double mask with surgical mask while at work

This position offers a travel contract opportunity in Radiology/Cardiology with a 13-week assignment in Philadelphia, PA. It requires at least 1 year of specialty experience, ARRT certification, and BLS certification. First-time travelers are welcome. Compliance with extensive background checks, health screenings, and certifications is mandatory.