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X-ray Technologist
Bakersfield, California
Mercy Hospital Downtown

$2,085-2,298/week
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Radiologic Technologist (Xray Tech) - California

Job Details

  • Location: Bakersfield, CA
  • Contract Length: 13 weeks
  • Shift: Days
  • Hours: 8 hours/day, 40 hours/week
  • Department has 2 scanners/rooms
  • Average scans per day: ~100
  • Imaging types: Brain, MRCP, Abdomen, Pelvis, Extremities
  • Equipment used: GE & Toshiba scanners
  • Software: Radnet & Merge Unity (EMR/PACS)
  • Scrub color: Teal (provided)
  • Orientation: Minimum one week, conducted by lead technologist
  • Floating: May be required to float to a nearby facility (~6.5 miles away)
  • Weekend: Every other weekend required
  • Holidays: Required to work 1 major and 1 minor holiday
  • Call: Rotating call with 30-minute response time
  • Radiologist: In-house support available
  • Registered Radiology Assistants: Not used
  • IV starts: Not required

Required Qualifications

  • Specialty: Xray Technologist (Radiologic Technologist)
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in the specialty
  • Certifications: ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA standard)

Additional Notes

  • Lead technologist supervises the department
  • Must be able to cover multiple imaging types and potentially float to another location

Facility

Mercy Hospital Downtown

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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 222 beds
ADDRESS2215 Truxtun AvenueBakersfield, CA 93301
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About Bakersfield, CA

As a Travel Radiology Technologist in Bakersfield, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Bakersfield's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average highs are around 95°F, and winter average lows are around 39°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are easy to find in Bakersfield, with many options available for furnished housing.
Transportation
  • Bakersfield is car-friendly, with a majority of residents relying on personal vehicles.
  • Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
Demographics
  • Bakersfield has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality concerns.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Bakersfield offers a variety of restaurants featuring local and international cuisines.
  • The city has a vibrant arts and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
  • Sports enthusiasts can partake in local events and outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
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