Radiology/Cardiology X-Ray Technologist
Madera, California
Valley Children's Healthcare

Job Opportunity: X-Ray Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Madera, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position requires working 7 shifts over 2 weeks (3 shifts one week, 4 shifts the following week).

Required Qualifications

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• License: Must hold a valid California Radiologic Technologist license.
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 2 years in specialty based on typical standards (no conflicting data).
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required (no explicit mention).

Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA Healthcare Provider required.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - Preferred but not explicitly required for this role.
• Other certifications (PALS, NRP, CNOR, TNCC, CHEMO) are not required for this specialty.

Compliance and Background Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start.
• Education verification or copy of diploma/transcripts required (can start pending).
• Primary source verification of state license required.
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required as applicable.
• Competency exam required as applicable.
• 2 professional references required (Charge RN or above preferred).

Health and Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (required for Aya placements).
• Fit mask test within 6 months of start (specific mask types required).
• Tdap vaccine required within years of start.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start (with facility follow-up testing).
• Annual TB questionnaire required in lieu of annual TB test.
• Required immunizations or titers: Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella.
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 6 months of start.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct-April).
• COVID vaccines preferred but not required as of 5/29/2024.
• Respirator clearance required within 1 year of start, updated annually.

Facility Specific Requirements

• Candidate must review and sign orientation guide, confidentiality agreement, and other facility policies (dress code, harassment-free workplace, IT acceptable use, parking info).
• Candidate must complete facility-specific tests and forms prior to start.

Summary

This is a travel contract X-Ray Tech position in California requiring a valid state license, BLS certification, and compliance with extensive background, health, and facility-specific requirements. The contract length is approximately 13 weeks with a rotating 7-shift schedule over 2 weeks. Prior travel experience is not required.