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Job Opportunity: Mammography Tech

Location: Eureka, California
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital
Total Staffed Beds: 150
Start Date: ASAP
Floating: No floating between units required
On-Call: Not required
Block Schedule: Open to Sat-Mon block schedule
Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
Charting System: Epic
Parking: Free parking on first day; assignment parking provided during orientation

Required Certifications

BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification
ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
ARRT Advanced
California State License (CPDH Certificate required for RTs working in CA)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA or Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation certification
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) - Current certification by AAP, AHA, or Canadian Paediatric Society
Other certifications may be required based on clinical track and specialty verification

Experience Requirements

Specialty Experience: Radiology / Cardiology - Required years of experience not explicitly stated; default to highest standard for specialty (typically 1+ years minimum expected)
Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required

Compliance & Background Requirements

Background check within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
Education verification required for all candidates
Drug screening: 10 panel within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO
Immunizations and health documents required:
- TDAP (within 10 years or declination accepted)
- Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months (annual updates required)
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
- Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination
- Varicella vaccination or positive titer
- Flu vaccine during flu season or declination
- COVID vaccine or declination
Respirator fit testing required for travel candidates (updated annually)
References: Minimum 2 supervisor references covering 1 year of employment in comparable specialty/setting within last 3 years

Training & Competency Requirements

Completion of Providence-specific WorkRamp modules prior to start, including:
- Core regulatory requirements
- Specialty-specific modules for Radiology/Cardiology roles
- Epic training modules (completion required before moving to paid status)
Competency exams as applicable by profession
Medication test/pharmacology competency exam as applicable
Color blindness testing if required by unit

Additional Notes

No floating between units required
Facility allows 1 shift call-off per 2 weeks
Badge photo required (passport style with neutral background)
Free parking on first day
Must comply with Providence Health and Services policies and procedures

This position is ideal for a Mammography Tech with required certifications and acute care hospital experience, ready for a 13-week travel assignment in Eureka, CA.

Facility

Saint Joseph Hospital

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Short Term Acute Care
148 beds

ADDRESS2700 Dolbeer StreetEureka, CA 95501

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About Eureka, CA

As a Travel Mammogram Technician in Eureka, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 63-64°F and winter lows of 40-43°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available, but may require some searching due to limited availability.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, with limited public transportation options.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to the coastal location.
Eureka has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Eureka offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for seafood.
The city has a vibrant arts scene, with galleries and live music venues.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, kayaking, and exploring the nearby redwood forests.

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