Radiology X-Ray Technologist
Midland, Texas
Midland Memorial Hospital

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

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

Job Description

• Position: Diagnostic X-Ray Tech
• Start Date: Within 3-5 weeks
• Schedule: Monday to Friday (shifts vary between 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, or 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)
• Call: Required one week every 8 weeks, covering Monday to Friday from 5 PM to midnight and weekends from 8 AM to 8 PM
• May need to cover holidays
• May float to other locations within the health system

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 2 years typical for this specialty unless otherwise specified by recruiter

Note: No explicit prior travel experience required mentioned.

Certifications & Licenses Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): AHA Instructor, Provider, or RQI acceptable
• BLS (Basic Life Support): AHA Instructor, Provider, or RQI acceptable
• Tech Certification: ARRT (R) for X-Ray Tech required with primary source verification including certificate number
• State License: Valid Texas license required within 30 days of start
• Additional certifications may be required depending on specific duties or locations (e.g., PALS, NRP, TNCC, NIH Stroke Certification) but primarily ACLS, BLS, and ARRT certification are essential for this role

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 10-year Criminal Background Check required within 30 days of start, including SSN trace and checks for all locations lived/worked
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start
• Texas Department of Public Safety Criminal History Check required within 30 days prior to start
• Texas Employee Misconduct Registry and Employability Status Checks required within 30 days prior to start
• Drug Screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start; additional onsite drug screen during orientation
• Physical Exam required within 1 year of start, must be completed within 72 hours of signing contract
• N95 Fit Test required within 1 year of start (facility will not accept PAPR)
• Immunizations/Vaccinations required (must be completed within 72 hours of signing contract):

  • TDAP (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (within 12 months)
  • Rubeola (Measles) - positive titer or 2 vaccines
  • Mumps - positive titer or 2 vaccines
  • Rubella - positive titer or 2 vaccines
  • Hepatitis B - positive titer or series (3 doses)
  • Varicella - positive titer, 2 vaccines, or documented history of chickenpox
  • Seasonal Flu Vaccination or agency declination (required October 1 - March 31)

Competency & Documentation Requirements

• Competency exams required within 1 year of start (including medication/pharmacology competency as applicable)
• Skills checklist and employment application required, updated annually
• Confidentiality and security agreements, drug screening consent, TB questionnaire, and compliance checklists must be reviewed and signed prior to start
• Orientation and safety manual acknowledgment required, updated annually

Additional Notes

• May float to other locations within the health system
• Call coverage includes evenings and weekends on a rotating basis
• Holiday coverage may be required

This position is ideal for a Radiology professional with ARRT certification and current ACLS/BLS certifications, ready for a travel contract in Texas with a 13-week commitment.