Interventional Radiologic Technologist
Tarzana, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Travel Position

Location: Tarzana, California
Facility: Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center
Hospital System: Providence Health and Services - MSP
Employment Type: Travel / Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: ASAP

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Call Requirement: Yes, expected 1-2 days per week plus rotating weekends
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years
• First-Time Travelers: Accepted
• Locals Accepted: Yes
• Pending License: Not accepted
• RTO Restrictions: Must be noted at time of submittal

Facility Highlights

• Acute Care Hospital
• 249 Total Staffed Beds

Required Certifications

• AART (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Fluoroscopy Certification
• State License (California)

Additional certifications that may be required or verified depending on specialty and unit:

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
• Fire Card (required; can be completed post-start with approval)
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB)
• NIH Stroke Certification
• IV Certification (if applicable)

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Background Check within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
• Drug Testing: 10 Panel Drug Screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Physical Exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO
• Immunizations and Health Documents:

  • TDAP (Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis) within 10 years or declination
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Flu Seasonal Vaccination (required during flu season; declination accepted)
  • COVID-19 Vaccination or declination (required if onsite)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months
• Respirator Fit Testing (Fit Mask) required for travel starts after 2/5/2024, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start, updated monthly
• References: Minimum 2 supervisor references covering 1 year of employment in relevant specialty within last 3 years
• Employment Application covering at least last 5 years of employment

Training and Competency Requirements

• Completion of Providence Health and Services WorkRamp modules prior to start, including:

  • Core Modules for profession (RN, LVN, CNA, Allied, etc.)
  • Specialty-specific modules depending on unit and role (ER, ICU, L&D, OR, etc.)
  • Regional Core and Specialty modules for travel assignments
• Competency Exams as applicable by specialty/unit
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam as applicable
• Color Blind Testing if required by unit
• Skills Checklists updated annually (PACU checklist acceptable for Outpatient Surgery specialty)

Additional Notes

• Float Policy Acknowledgement required; may be asked to float to other Providence facilities nearby
• Radiation Badge issued by facility if applicable
• Epic Access training modules required for SoCal Per Diem candidates and some other regions
• Certain state-specific background and registry checks required for Washington and Oregon placements (not applicable here but important for multi-state travelers)

This position is ideal for Radiology/Cardiology professionals with at least 2 years of experience who are comfortable with call responsibilities and working in an acute care hospital setting. First-time travelers are welcome. Compliance with Providence Health and Services credentialing, immunization, and training requirements is mandatory.