Travel Radiology Technician

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel Radiology Technician for a travel job in Hermiston, Oregon.

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• Specialty: Radiology Technician
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• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
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• Start Date: 11/16/2026
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• Duration: 13 weeks
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• 40 hours per week
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• Shift: 10 hours, days
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• Employment Type: Travel
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Radiologic Technologist

The Radiologic Technologist provides healthcare services by applying x-ray energy to assist in the diagnosis or treatment of patients. This role involves performing radiographic procedures and producing images for interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner. The technologist exercises professional judgment in the performance of services while maintaining a demeanor that aligns with medical ethics and provides appropriate patient care.

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• Perform diagnostic radiography procedures.
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• Corroborate patients' clinical history with procedures, ensuring documentation is available for licensed practitioners.
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• Prepare patients for procedures, providing clear instructions to achieve desired results and alleviate anxiety.
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• Select and operate radiography equipment and associated devices to obtain optimal results.
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• Position patients and equipment effectively to demonstrate anatomical areas of interest, taking patient comfort and ability into account.
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• Immobilize patients as necessary for appropriate examinations.
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• Determine radiographic technique exposure factors to minimize exposure for patients and others.
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• Evaluate images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recorded.
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• Verify informed consent for and assist licensed practitioners with interventional procedures.
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• Practice aseptic techniques as necessary.
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• Assume responsibility for the physical and emotional needs of patients during procedures.
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• Prepare, identify, and/or administer contrast media and medications as prescribed by licensed practitioners, in accordance with state statutes and institutional policies.
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• Support the organization's mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
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• Participate in required education for accreditation programs relevant to the position.
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• Perform additional related duties as assigned.
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• Required: Associate or Bachelor's degree from an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
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• Required: OBMI and ARRT Registered Radiologic Technologist; Current BLS certification; CRASE training (if assignment extends beyond six months).
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• Required: None.
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• Preferred: Minimum of two years' experience.
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This position requires sufficient auditory ability to detect and respond to various sounds, including patient alarms and verbal communication. Effective communication is essential for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Visual acuity is necessary for observing patient conditions, reading documentation, and distinguishing colors for clinical purposes, such as identifying medications or safety indicators. Tactile perception is important for assessing physical characteristics during patient care.

Motor coordination is required for reaching, grasping, and performing tasks necessary for medical equipment and procedures. The role includes occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling while assisting patients or accessing equipment. Continuous walking and standing are expected throughout shifts. The position involves lifting up to 50 pounds independently and regularly pushing, pulling, or repositioning objects or patients weighing up to 25 pounds. There may also be instances requiring the lifting or transferring of individuals weighing over 100 pounds, for which appropriate techniques and aids must be utilized.

This role is performed primarily in an indoor healthcare environment, subject to variable indoor temperatures. Frequent exposure to infectious and contagious diseases and hazardous materials is expected, necessitating adherence to safety protocols and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. The healthcare environment is fast-paced and unpredictable, demanding quick responses to changing circumstances, including high-pressure situations. The setting may involve simultaneous demands and varying noise levels due to medical equipment and patient needs.

Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #38634342. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Allied Xray Tech