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X-Ray Technologist
West Des Moines, Iowa
Methodist West Hospital

$1,949-2,671/week

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Job Opportunity: X-Ray Technologist (Temp)

Location: West Des Moines, Iowa
Employment Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Work approximately 36-40 hours per week; overtime billable after 40 hours
May float across multiple campuses within the system
Average of 10 scans per day
Use of Siemens fixed equipment, Carestream portables, GE OEC C-arms, and Medtronic O-Arm required
Surgery room and surgery fluoroscopy experience required
Experience with all age groups (shift dependent)
Experience with EPIC EMR system required

Required Qualifications

Minimum 2 years (24 months) of current X-Ray experience, preferably in hospital/medical center settings
Active Iowa Radiology license required (non-licensed applicants may be considered due to IA Radiology turnaround time)
ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification required
Skills checklist specific to Radiology Technologist / X-Ray discipline required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA or ARC required
Valid Driver’s License required

Additional Information

First-time travelers are welcomed
Professional references from within the last 24 months preferred
Orientation dates available in March
On-call and overtime pay multipliers apply (details not included here)

Prior Travel Experience

Not required for this position

Facility

Methodist West Hospital

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Short Term Acute Care

ADDRESS1660 60th StreetWest Des Moines, IA 50266

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About West Des Moines, IA

As a Travel Radiology Technician in West Des Moines, IA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 85°F and winter lows of 12°F.
Winters can be cold and snowy, while summers are warm and humid.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online rental platforms.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
Limited public transportation options, so having a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
West Des Moines has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, various sports facilities, and numerous outdoor activities including parks and trails.

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