Radiation Therapist
Vallejo, CA
Host Healthcare
4x9 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Technologist

Location: Vallejo, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Requirements

• ARRT R.T.(T) certification required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Minimum 1 year of experience
• Prior travel experience preferred

Background Check Requirements

• 7-year background check within 6 months of start, including:

  • Social Security trace with all aliases
  • County searches for last 7 years of residence/work/school
  • Nationwide sex offender search (within 90 days of start)
  • Education verification (highest level achieved, except if high school)
  • FACIS Level 3 screening within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, OFAC Sanctions List searches (annual updates)
  • Transcript/Diploma verification as needed
• Pending background check attestation generally not accepted at certain facilities; conditional clearances require approval

Certifications Required / Recommended

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or ARC only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA or ARC only (verify by position)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA or ARC only (verify by position)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – AHA/AAP only, Instructor or Advanced Provider Course (verify by position)
• CCRN (Critical Care RN) – verify by position
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) – valid for 4 years (verify by position)
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) – typically for Labor & Delivery (verify by position)
• State Professional License – copy required if verification does not include license number
• State License Verification – primary source online verification within 30 days of start
• NURSYS Verification (for RN, LPN/LVN, AP) within 30 days of start
• IV Certification (for LVN/LPN/Other) – may be required for some MRI and CT Techs
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) – verify by position
• NIH Stroke Certification – verify by position; expiration 1-2 years
• Miscellaneous Certifications (e.g., Nuchal Translucency and Nasal Bone Imaging for Maternal-Fetal Ultrasound Techs) – verify by position
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) – verify by position
• Tech Certification Verification (National) – required within 30 days of start as applicable

Competency Exams

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam – required as applicable
• Competency Exam – required as applicable; minimum passing score 80% or Angoff score if higher
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam – may be required for some Telemetry units

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam within 1 year of start (must indicate cleared for work or specify restrictions)
• Fit Mask Test within 1 year of start; annual renewal required (exceptions apply)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap – adult TDAP within 10 years required
• Negative TB test or Chest X-Ray within 90 days of start; annual renewal required
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Varicella
• Drug Testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per CA law)
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or signed declination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30)
• Color Blind Exam (in-person) if applicable
• Respiratory Safety Clearance prior to start; annual renewal required (exceptions apply)

Facility Specific Documents and Compliance

• Candidates must review and sign:

  • Job Description
  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • General Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
  • Vendor Training (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
  • Code of Conduct (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
  • Overpayment Refund Policy (2024 and 2025 versions depending on contract date)
• Conditional Offer of Employment Attestation required prior to start
• Religious exemption forms required for PAPR use and certain vaccine exemptions
• TB Screening Questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually
• Epic Questionnaire required for RNs starting 11/3/2025 and onward

Employment History and References

• Full 7 years of work history required on application, including city and state, with no gaps
• Employment verification for up to 7 years required; gaps over 30 days must be explained
• 2 professional references required for clinical/allied/per diem acute care candidates (within 3 years)
• 1 professional reference required for per diem non-acute care candidates

Additional Notes

• Background checks and certifications must be kept current and uploaded as required
• Some certifications and requirements may vary by position; verify with assigned manager or clinical lead
• Candidates with positive immunization exemptions must complete facility-specific religious accommodation forms
• Failure to meet any of the above requirements may delay or prevent clearance to start assignment

This position offers an opportunity to work in a reputable healthcare system in California with a 13-week travel contract in Radiology/Cardiology. Candidates must meet strict credentialing, background, and health requirements to ensure compliance and patient safety.