Cardiac X-Ray Technologist
Dallas, Texas
Methodist Dallas Medical Center

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

Location: Dallas, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Work Days: Saturday through Monday block
• Must have experience in a Level 1 Trauma Hospital
• Scrub Color: Royal Blue

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Texas Medical Board (TMB) License
• ARRT License (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or ARC accepted at start; must renew with AHA only)

Required Qualifications

• Valid X-Ray Technician license in Texas
• Minimum 1 year of X-Ray Technician experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience working with Level 1 Trauma patients
• Experience in an Acute Care setting
• ARRT certification
• BLS certification

Required Documentation & Compliance

• I9 or Attestation
• Valid government-issued Photo ID or Passport
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG within 30 days of start
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Drug testing: 10-panel within 30 days of start (no rapid screens)
• 2 professional references within 3 years of hire

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Negative TB test (TSpot or QGold) within 12 months; annual updates required
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination required
• Hepatitis B: Proof of vaccine series and positive titer OR signed facility-specific declination form
• Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titers or documentation of 2 MMR vaccines; boosters required if titers low/equivocal
• Varicella: Positive titers or documentation of 2 vaccines; boosters required if titers low/equivocal
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)

Competency Exams & Additional Certifications

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (passing score 80%, two attempts allowed)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam required for Cath Lab Techs and related nursing units (may apply depending on assignment)
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM, ENPC, NIH Stroke Certification, and other certifications are unit-specific and may not apply to X-Ray Tech role; verify if required for specific assignment

Other Requirements

• Photo for badge (passport style)
• Signed job description prior to start
• Facility-specific forms including Hepatitis B declination, flu exemptions, and NESF form

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract for an X-Ray Tech specializing in Radiology/Cardiology in Dallas, TX. Candidates must hold a Texas Medical Board license, ARRT certification, and BLS. Experience in a Level 1 Trauma Hospital is required. Comprehensive background checks, health screenings, immunizations, and competency exams must be completed prior to start. Flu vaccination or exemption is mandatory during flu season.

Note: Confirm specific years of experience and any additional certifications with the recruiter as they may vary by assignment.