Travel X-Ray Tech

This travel X-Ray Tech job in Des Moines, IA with Advantis Medical is a 14-week travel X-Ray Tech contract at UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center. This role pays $2,526 per week and follows a Mids shift with a 5x8 schedule. Read more


In this travel X-Ray Tech job, you will support patient care through specialty-specific clinical services, perform assessments and treatments within your scope of practice, document patient progress, operate relevant medical equipment, and collaborate with physicians and the broader care team to help deliver quality patient outcomes.


Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with personalized recruiter guidance, fast and straightforward onboarding, complimentary licensing support, and benefits that start on Day 1. Start your application today to learn more about this travel X-Ray Tech job in Des Moines, IA and other assignments available nationwide. Read less


Job Details

• Facility: UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center
• Location: Des Moines, IA 50309
  
  
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• Contract Length: 14 Weeks
• Shift: Mids (5x8)
• EMR System: Epic

Responsibilities

• Perform ordered diagnostic X-ray exams across the assigned caseload
• Position patients and operate radiographic equipment, adjusting technique and collimation for each study
• Apply radiation-safety practices, including exposure optimization and ALARA principles
• Critique images for positioning and exposure quality, minimizing repeat exposures, and provide completed studies to radiologists

Travel X-Ray Tech Requirements:

• 2+ years of recent X-Ray Tech experience.
• Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Iowa and national regulatory bodies.

UnityPoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center - Des Moines, IA


Des Moines, IA


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