Radiology/Cardiology X-Ray Technologist
Baltimore, Maryland
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology (Travel/Contract)

Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Requirements

• Licensure:

  • MD License required (Maryland)

• Experience:

  • Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
  • Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated, assume standard for specialty (recommend verifying with recruiter)
  • Prior travel experience: Not required (no explicit mention)

• Skills:

  • Required: Outpatient, Inpatient, Community Hospital, Children's Hospital experience
  • Preferred: OR, ER, Level I Trauma experience
  • General skills: Experience with PACS and portable imaging equipment

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA Provider Certification or equivalent
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure)
• CHEMO (Chemotherapy certification)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
• NIH Stroke Certification (valid for 1 year)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (Relias or Prophecy Dysrhythmia/EKG Exams only, must be renewed annually)
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (as applicable)
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) acknowledgment required for RNs & LPNs

Compliance & Background Checks

• Government-issued photo ID required (no paper copies except temporary receipt)
• I9 and E-Verify documentation required
• Background check within 6 months covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required
• Education verification and accreditation confirmation required
• NURSYS verification for RNs
• Primary source verification of state license
• References: 2 professional references within 2 years of start required for travel positions
• Employment application and work history verification (2 workplaces within last 7 years) required

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year confirming ability to meet essential job functions
• Negative TB test (PPD, GOLD, or TSPOT) within 1 year; pending results allowed prior to start
• TB Questionnaire updated annually
• Immunizations:

  • 2 MMR vaccines or positive titer (boosters if negative)
  • Hepatitis B titer, series, or signed declination
  • 2 Varicella vaccines or positive titer (boosters if negative)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (instant screen allowed as placeholder)
• Respirator fit test to be completed onsite (not required for non-clinical roles)

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Stroke CEUs: Must be stroke-related, updated annually, required prior to or within one week of start
• Trauma CEUs: 16-hour initial trauma course (TNCC accepted), renewals annually after 27th week of work
• Unit-specific skills checklist required
• Radiation badge required for Radiology Technologists, Interventional Radiology RNs, and Cath Lab RNs (provided by facility)
• Floating policy and time & attendance policy for contracted staff must be completed and signed

Additional Notes

• Candidate must complete and sign consent to release information
• Orientation safety manual acknowledgment and HIPAA compliance required
• EKG exam is time-sensitive; candidates must pass within 3 attempts (2 attempts for some units) or risk cancellation
• Education verification and transcript/diploma upload required, especially for out-of-state or international education
• Some certifications and exams must be renewed annually and verified through specific vendors or platforms

This position is ideal for healthcare professionals with experience in radiology and cardiology settings who are comfortable working in a community hospital environment with diverse patient populations including children. The role requires strong compliance with licensure, certification, and health screening protocols.