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Job Opportunity: X-Ray Tech

Location: Eureka, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Start Date: ASAP

Job Details

Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital
Total Staffed Beds: 150
On-Call: Yes
Floating: Required between like units
Block Scheduling: Possible, at manager discretion
Locals Accepted: Yes
Pending License Accepted: No
Charting System: Epic
Parking: Free parking on first day; assignment parking provided during orientation

Required Qualifications

Valid X-Ray Technician license in California
Minimum 1 year of X-Ray Technician experience, including experience within the last year
BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification
California Fluoroscopy Certification
ARRT (Radiologic Technologist) Certification

Work Requirements

Weekend shifts: Not specified
Must be able to float between similar units
On-call duties required

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

Background Check: Must be completed within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in the past 7 years. Includes SSN trace, death master index, nationwide sex offender check, education verification, and more.
Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests).
Health Documents:
- Physical exam within 1 year of start
- Fit mask test (annual, travel only)
- Immunizations: TDAP, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Hepatitis B, Varicella, Flu seasonal vaccine (or declination), COVID vaccine or declination
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months (annual update required)
- Respiratory safety clearance (travel only)
References: Minimum 2 supervisor references covering 1 year of employment in a comparable specialty/setting within the last 3 years
Employment Application: Must include at least last 5 years of employment with month/year format for dates

Training and Competency

Completion of required WorkRamp modules prior to start, including:
- Annual regulatory requirements
- Specialty-specific modules for Radiology/Imaging
- Epic training modules (must be completed and transcript submitted before moving to paid status)
Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests as applicable
Color blindness testing if required by unit

Additional Notes

Scrub color for Radiology staff: Black
Badge photo required (passport style with neutral background)
Floating policy acknowledgment required
Must comply with all state-specific and facility-specific requirements

This position offers an opportunity to work in a well-staffed acute care hospital with a supportive environment and comprehensive compliance standards. If you meet the qualifications and are ready for a travel contract in California, this role may be a great fit.

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 Radiology Technologist 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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