Radiology (X-Ray) Technician
Salem, Massachusetts
NSMC Salem Hospital

Radiology Technician (X-Ray Tech) - Massachusetts, Salem

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology Technician
• Location: Salem, Massachusetts
• Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Tuesday through Friday, 1:00 PM to 11:30 PM, including every other weekend (EOW)
• Unit: MRI – X-Ray Tech
• Work Setting: Rotating coverage between two sites (1 outpatient, 1 hospital)
• Bed Count: 395 beds at the hospital
• EMR System: EPIC
• Floating: Required
• Rotating Shifts: Required
• Holiday Coverage: Rotating holiday coverage required

Experience & Skills Required

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an X-Ray Technician
• Experience with Siemens Scanner
• Phlebotomy skills
• Proficiency with Outlook
• Strong interpersonal skills

Certifications Required

• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
• CPR certification

Required Credentials & Health Compliance

• Licenses/Certifications: Professional license verification required within 30 days of start; MA Conditional Licenses not accepted.
• Fit Test: N95 respirator fit test within 365 days of start, updated annually.
• Vaccinations:

  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or proof of immunity
  • Influenza vaccine required during flu season (Sept 15 - April 30), no exemptions
  • TB test (skin test or blood test) within 3 months of start, updated if >6 month break
  • Hepatitis B vaccine or immunity strongly preferred (optional)
  • Tdap vaccine within 10 years preferred (optional)
• Health Statement: Physician statement within 365 days of start, updated if >6 month break
• Respirator Medical Clearance: Required if fit test is required for the role
• Positive PPD: If positive TB test, chest x-ray documentation required (optional)
• TB Symptom Survey: Recommended if positive PPD (optional)

Background & Professional Checks

• Criminal background check within 45 days prior to start, updated if >6 month break
• Massachusetts CORI background check within 30 days prior to start, updated if >6 month break
• National sex offender registry check within 30 days prior to start, updated annually
• Exclusion checks (OIG, GSA, MassHealth, NH Medicaid) within 30 days prior to start and annually
• Social Security Number trace as part of background check
• Education verification of highest degree or certification required
• Resume including past 7 years of work experience (with city & state)
• Two recent references required (minimum one supervisor or above)
• Skills checklist required for submission
• Candidate submission coversheet required for submission
• Confirmation of assignment/POI form required upon acceptance and for extensions

This position requires strong technical skills, certifications, and compliance with health and background checks. The role involves rotating shifts, floating between sites, and holiday coverage, suitable for candidates comfortable with flexible scheduling and multi-site work.