X-Ray Technologist
Tacoma, Washington
Saint Joseph Medical Center

X-Ray Tech Job Opportunity

Location: Tacoma, Washington
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced X-Ray Tech to work in a general radiology department. The role involves performing portable and departmental X-rays, including emergency department imaging. The position is part of a team with no solo shifts.

Work Schedule

• Tuesday to Friday
• 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM
• Minimal on-call duties

Department Details

• 4 X-ray rooms, 4 portable units, 2 fluoroscopy rooms
• No floating to other areas; strictly X-ray duties
• Approximately 20-50 scans/studies per day
• Equipment includes GE, Siemens, Shimadzu
• Uses McKesson PACS and EPIC systems
• In-house radiologist available 8 AM to 5 PM; after hours reads done off-site
• No IV starts required
• Scrubs provided

Orientation

• 2 hours with manager
• 2 weeks staff orientation

Required Qualifications

• Must have Washington State Radiologic Technologist license in hand
• ARRT (R) certification required
• BLS certification required
• COVID-19 vaccination required
• Radiation badge required (traveler responsible for obtaining; facility does not provide)
• Minimum 1 year of experience preferred, ideally in a larger, fast-paced hospital setting
• Candidates must not have worked full-time, part-time, or PRN at any facility associated with certain large healthcare systems within the past year

Additional Notes

• Facility does not provide radiation badges
• Position does not require Registered Radiology Assistant (RRA) duties
• Transporters available on day and swing shifts
• No graveyard shift lead; day and swing shift leads available

This opportunity is ideal for X-Ray Techs licensed in Washington seeking a mid-length contract in a supportive team environment with a steady schedule and minimal call.