Travel Contract

Cardiac Radiology X-Ray Technologist
Chicago, IL
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

$2,258/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,258/week

Qualifications

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Work Experience

Allied Health Professional (2 years)
Radiology Technologist or Radiology Technician (2 years)

Description

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, no weekends
Department Equipment: Philips Digital 7300
Immediate on-call responsibility
Must obtain Indiana state license

Required Certifications

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only
BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA only (if applicable)
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) - if applicable
CCRN (Critical Care RN) - if applicable
National Tech Certification as applicable (e.g., NBRC for RRTs, CBSPD/IAHCSMM for Sterile Processing Techs)
State License Verification within 30 days of start
NIH Stroke Certification (required for specific units)

Required Competencies

Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (as applicable)
Color Blind Testing (14 plate Ishihara exam)
Unit-specific Competency Exam (updated every 3 years)
Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (for RNs in ICU, PACU, Pediatrics, Tele)
Core Parts I, II, III (annual updates required)
OSHA Mandatory Training (annual update required)

Health and Safety Requirements

Physical Exam within 1 year of start, confirming fitness for duty
N95 Mask Fit Testing within 1 year (not required for Sterile Processing Techs, Clerical, Remote)
TDAP vaccine within 10 years
Negative TB test or Chest X-Ray per facility guidelines
Annual TB Questionnaire (for agency compliance)
Immunizations or positive titers for:
- Rubeola (Measles)
- Mumps
- Rubella
- Hepatitis B (including Surface AG and AB titers for renal dialysis assignments)
- Varicella
Negative 9 Panel Drug Screen within 1 year of start
Flu Seasonal Vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Dec 1 - Apr 30)

Background Checks

Criminal Background Check within 6 months (7-year search including alias, county, national sex offender)
EPLS/GSA/SAM check within 30 days of start, updated monthly
HHS/OIG check within 30 days of start, updated monthly

Documentation & Other Requirements

Professional References: Minimum 1 management-level reference and 1 employment verification covering 1 year of experience within past 2 years
Employment Application submission required
Unit-specific Skills Checklist required
Badge Photo with white background required 2 weeks prior to start
Facility-specific compliance checklists and online training modules must be completed prior to orientation (Sterile Processing Techs exempt from online training)
Facility-specific policies (e.g., fingernail policy) must be signed prior to start

Experience Requirements

Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume standard experience for X-Ray Tech roles (confirm with recruiter)
Prior travel experience: Not specified as required

Note: Indiana state license is mandatory for this position.

Employer

Access Healthcare

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About

Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!

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About Chicago, IL

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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.

Weather

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Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
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