Radiology/Cardiology X-Ray Technologist
Richland, WA
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: X-Ray Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Richland, Washington
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Floating: No
• On-call: No
• Patient Ratio: 1:1
• Block Schedules: No

Required Experience

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 1 year typical for X-Ray Tech roles unless otherwise specified.

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Must hold a valid license for X-Ray Tech in Washington state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation).
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification (AAP, AHA, or Canadian Paediatric Society).
• Other certifications may be required based on clinical track or unit (e.g., Chemotherapy, Electronic Fetal Monitoring) — verify with clinical leadership if unclear.

Required Background & Compliance Checks

• Background check within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years.
• Education verification required.
• State-specific background checks including Washington State Patrol Search (updated every 2 years for certain facility types).
• Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests).
• References: Minimum 2 references covering 1 year of employment within last 3 years from supervisors in comparable specialty/setting.
• Employment application covering at least last 5 years.

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO.
• Fit mask test (N95 or equivalent) required annually; onsite testing available if no recent record.
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or declination forms accepted for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B (vaccination series or signed declination)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine during flu season or declination form
  • COVID-19 vaccine or declination
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually.

Competency & Training Requirements

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam as applicable.
• Competency exams required by specialty/unit.
• Color Blind Testing if required by unit (minimum 80% score).
• Specialty-specific WorkRamp training modules and annual regulatory modules required.
• Epic system training modules required for certain regions and roles.

Additional Notes

• Floating policy acknowledgment required; may be asked to float to other Providence facilities within reasonable distance.
• Passport-style badge photo required for badge issuance.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.

This position offers a structured 7-on/7-off schedule with every other weekend required, no floating between units, and no on-call duties. Candidates must meet all licensing, certification, background, health, and training requirements to be eligible.