Location: Tacoma, WA

Start Date: 03-23-2026

End Date: 06-22-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Friday-Sunday, 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM (Days, 12-hour shifts, minimal call)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $62 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality general radiography exams, including portable X-rays and ED imaging, with attention to patient comfort and image quality
• Operate and troubleshoot department equipment including GE, Siemens, and Shimadzu systems
• Document exams and communicate findings in EPIC and McKesson PACS with accuracy and timeliness
• Follow radiation safety protocols and maintain required monitoring and records
• Collaborate with radiologists, transporters, and the care team to ensure efficient patient flow and timely results
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and assist with basic equipment checks and maintenance
• Deliver compassionate patient care, including proper positioning, education, and infection control practices

Qualifications

• WA State DOH imaging license in hand (must have before start)
• ARRT - Certified Radiologic Technologist (registration required)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Radiation badge required (traveler responsible for badge; facility does not provide)
• COVID-19 vaccination required
• Minimum around 2 years of radiography experience (job lists 2 years), experience in larger fast-paced hospitals preferred

Education

• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program (associate degree or equivalent) and ARRT registration

Knowledge & Skills

• Proven skills in general radiography and portable X-ray techniques
• Comfortable working in Emergency Department imaging settings
• Proficient with McKesson PACS and EPIC charting systems
• Experience with GE, Siemens, and Shimadzu radiology equipment
• Strong patient communication, positioning, and infection control practices
• Ability to handle a variable caseload (approximately 20-50 studies per day) while maintaining quality

Benefits

• Generous travel assignment support and help getting you set up on arrival
• Medical, dental & vision options to keep you healthy and smiling
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Paid time to recharge between assignments
• Robust onboarding and a two-week department orientation to set you up for success
• A supportive team environment with day and swing leads to guide you
• Access to professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Referral bonus program and recognition for great performance

Travel Perks: Explore Tacoma, WA

Tacoma is a Pacific Northwest gem. Enjoy Point Defiance Park with waterfront trails, gardens, and a zoo and aquarium; explore the Museum of Glass and LeMay - America’s Car Museum for a cultural day out; stroll Ruston Way for scenic views and local eateries; take day trips to Mount Rainier National Park for hiking and photography; sample local breweries, coffee shops, and the vibrant Tacoma waterfront. Seattle is a short drive or light rail ride away for weekend city adventures.

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