X-Ray Technologist
Columbia, Missouri
University of Missouri Hospital

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology (Travel/Contract)

Location: Columbia, Missouri
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Schedule: Monday to Friday, rotating weekends every 6 weeks, with 50% of holidays worked during the assignment
• Preferred Systems Experience: Siemens, McKesson, or GE
• Facility Type: Level 1 Trauma Center
• Required Experience: Emergency Department (ED), Inpatient, and Operating Room (OR) experience
• Patient Age Groups: Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - mandatory
  • AART (American Association of Radiologic Technologists) - mandatory
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - preferred
• Specialty Experience Required: Minimum 2 years
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required; first-time travelers accepted
• Essential Functions:

  • Ability to work full term at assigned location
  • Ability to work full shift hours
  • Ability to take call
  • Ability to work assigned weekends and at least 50% of holidays

Required Credentials & Compliance

• Background Checks:

  • 7-year background check within 60 days of start
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG exclusions checks within 60 days
  • International background check if candidate has traveled outside the USA in the last 7 years
• Education Verification:

  • Verification of degree as applicable to specialty within 1 year of start
• State Licensure:

  • Missouri state license verification within 60 days of start (as applicable)
• Professional References:

  • 2 professional references within the last 2 years required (for non-clinical roles)
• Employment History:

  • Resume with minimum 7 years employment history, no gaps over 30 days, including education details

Certifications (as applicable)

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - required for certain specialties, preferred for this role
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - required for all RNs and many allied health professionals
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - required for ER, Pediatrics, PICU, and some respiratory therapists
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - required for L&D, NICU, Postpartum, Nursery RNs, and some respiratory therapists
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - required for ER RNs starting 11/5/2024
• Chemotherapy Certification - required for Oncology roles (new requirement as of 3/28/2025)
• Other Allied Health Certifications - as applicable (e.g., ARRT for Radiology Techs, ASCP for Lab Techs)

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical Exam: Within 1 year of start, must be initiated within 48 hours of signing
• Fit Mask Test: Valid fit test within 1 year of start (exceptions apply)
• Immunizations & Testing:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years or approved exemption
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, updated annually
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 MMR vaccines required
  • Hepatitis B: Series or positive titer required; declinations not accepted for new candidates after 7/1/2023
  • Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required
  • Seasonal Flu Vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season (10/01 - 03/31)
• Drug Testing: Negative 7-panel drug screen within 60 days of start

Additional Requirements

• Photo for badge (new candidates only)
• Completion of facility-specific forms including confidentiality agreements and caregiver screening forms
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests as applicable
• Orientation and safety manual acknowledgment

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract position for a Radiology/Cardiology professional with at least 2 years of specialty experience. The role requires working in a Level 1 Trauma Center with experience in ED, inpatient, and OR settings. Candidates must hold BLS and AART certifications, with ACLS preferred. Prior travel experience is not required, making this suitable for first-time travelers. The position involves rotating weekends and holiday coverage. Comprehensive background checks, licensure, certifications, immunizations, and health screenings are mandatory for compliance.