X-Ray Technologist
Mesquite, Texas
Dallas Regional Medical Center

Job Opportunity: X-Ray Technologist

Location: Mesquite, Texas
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (13 weeks)
Shift: Monday to Friday, 12:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Job Description

• Operate mobile and stationary radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment.
• Perform venipuncture and start IVs for contrast injections.
• Apply extensive knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology.
• Comply with State and Federal regulations related to radiology.
• Utilize proficient computer skills.
• Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Radiology Technician license in Texas.
• At least 1 year of Radiology Technician experience within the last year.
• ARRT Radiography (ARRT-R) certification.
• ARRT Computed Tomography (CT) certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• Venipuncture certification.
• Experience as an X-Ray Technician.

Onboarding and Compliance Requirements

• Up-to-date resume reflecting recent work history.
• Two professional references, including at least one from a manager or direct supervisor.
• Driver’s license or valid state ID.
• National criminal background check within one year of start date (state-specific exceptions apply).
• Employment eligibility verification (Form I-9 or agency attestation).
• Completion of agency attestation and exclusion list searches.
• Completion of specialty and core competencies exams with a minimum score of 80%.
• Annual respirator fit test.
• Drug screening (minimum 10-panel test including THC) within 60 days of start.
• Annual color-blind test.
• Immunization and health requirements:

  • COVID-19 vaccination series plus booster or documented declination.
  • MMR (proof of 2 vaccines or positive titer).
  • Hepatitis B (3 immunizations, immune titer, or declination).
  • Influenza vaccine or declination (seasonal requirement).
  • Tuberculosis test within one year of start date.
  • Varicella vaccination or immunity titer.
  • Tdap vaccination (declinations not accepted in some states).
• Positive PPD with negative chest X-ray documentation (optional).

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not specified as required.
• This position requires compliance with all state and federal healthcare regulations.
• The role demands proficiency in both radiographic imaging and patient care related to contrast administration.

This summary provides the essential information for healthcare recruiters and professionals considering this X-Ray Technologist position.