Radiology/Cardiology X-Ray Technologist
Baltimore, Maryland
University of Maryland Medical Center

Job Opportunity: X-Ray Tech

Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: April 27, 2026
Shift: 3 shifts, 12 hours each (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Weekend & Holiday Requirement: Yes, weekends and holidays as scheduled
Floating: Required within specialty and other units within scope
On-call: Not required
Patient Age Range: Neonates to Geriatrics

Job Description

Perform diagnostic imaging as a Radiographer in diagnostic imaging. Scrub color for OR assignments is blue or pink.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• ARRT (Radiologic Technologist)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Valid Radiology Technologist license in Maryland
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Radiology Technologist, including experience within the last year
• Experience as an X-Ray Technician

Work Environment and Uniform

• Scrub colors: Navy blue generally; pink for trauma or OR; pediatric department allows navy blue scrub pants with child-friendly tops
• Business casual allowed in some departments (no jeans, no open-toe shoes, no sleeveless tops, no shorts)

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

Background Checks

• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually
• SSN Trace, County, Nationwide, Sex Offender, OFAC checks
• Education verification
• Maryland State Exclusions List check within 30 days of start

Health and Immunization

• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start (not required for some lab roles)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (required for units working with children)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility protocol, updated annually
• Immunizations or titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or declination accepted; series not accepted)
  • Varicella
• Negative drug screen (9 or 10 panel depending on facility) within 30 days prior to start
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required for 2025-26 season
• COVID vaccine not required for this location but documentation collected for tracking

Certifications (as applicable)

• ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM, CHEMO, STABLE, NIH Stroke Certification, CPI (refer to unit/job description for applicability)

Competency Exams

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (score 80%+)
• Color blind testing (one-time)
• Age-specific competency exam (score 80%+)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam for applicable specialties (score 80%+)

Other Required Documents

• Government-issued photo ID
• I9 or attestation
• E-Verify or attestation
• Facility-specific confidentiality agreement and dress code acknowledgment
• Badge photo (passport style, solid white/beige background)
• Employment application/resume within 30 days of start
• Work history verification for previous 5 years (attestation accepted)
• Two supervisory references within 1 year of start

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be prepared to float within their specialty and to other units as needed.
• Weekend and holiday shifts are mandatory as scheduled.
• On-call duties are not required for this position.
• Scrub color and dress code rules must be followed according to department assignment.

This position is ideal for Radiologic Technologists seeking a travel contract opportunity with a defined 13-week assignment in Maryland, working primarily night shifts with weekend and holiday coverage.