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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.