Location: Wrangell, AK

Start Date: 01-12-2026

End Date: 04-13-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating day and night shifts with on-call coverage; schedule varies and may include weekends and holidays. Candidate must be able to take call and report to work within 20 minutes.

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $88 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 diagnostic mammography and CT exams, including screening, diagnostic, stereotactic breast biopsy support, and specimen radiography
• Provide radiographic and sonographic exams across the lifespan with age-appropriate care and professional judgment
• Maintain and lead quality assurance activities for the department to ensure compliance with ACR/FDA and local policies
• Operate and care for imaging equipment and peripherals including PACS, transducers, coils, and injectors
• Assist with interventional procedures and sterile technique when requested and support CT/IR procedures
• Communicate effectively with referring physicians, patients, and the care team to facilitate excellent patient outcomes
• Coordinate patient transfers and ensure radiation protection and safety for patients and staff
• Serve as lead technologist duties when assigned: manage workflow, validate PACS labeling, assist with staffing and onboarding, and troubleshoot operational issues

Qualifications

• Current ARRT in Radiography OR current ARDMS in one category (Abd or OB/GYN) as stated in job requirements
• BLS certification required within 45 days of start
• Clinical competency completed within 3 months of hire and maintained every three years
• Demonstrated ability to perform diagnostic exams in assigned modalities (mammography and CT required)
• Willingness to rotate shifts, take on-call duties, and report to work within 20 minutes when called
• Must provide 2 fingerprint cards upon acceptance of the position
• Experience or comfort with PACS, quality control, and radiology documentation

Education

• Current ARRT in Radiography OR Current ARDMS in one category (Abd or OB/GYN)
• BLS certification (within 45 days of start)
• Clinical competency documentation required within 3 months of hire

Knowledge & Skills

• Expertise in mammography workflows including quality control, needle localization, and stereotactic breast biopsy support
• Proficiency with CT protocols, contrast administration, and pediatric/adult protocol adjustments
• Competence with ultrasound exams and desire to pursue RDMS education or additional credentials
• Strong PACS navigation, image labeling, and tele-radiology transmission skills
• Familiarity with radiation protection principles and daily/weekly QC procedures
• Ability to perform venipuncture, sterile technique, and assist in interventional procedures
• Inventory management, equipment care, and participation in accreditation efforts
• Excellent patient communication, cultural sensitivity, and customer service

Benefits

• Supportive team that values your skills and growth
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Paid time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance
• Medical, dental, and vision plan options available
• Generous continuing education support to meet ACR/FDA and RDMS requirements
• Professional development and opportunities to cross-train in multiple imaging modalities
• Relocation and travel support typical for contract travel roles
• Employee assistance and wellness resources to help you thrive

Travel Perks: Explore Wrangell, AK

Wrangell is a scenic coastal Alaskan town surrounded by Tongass National Forest and calm, wildlife-rich waterways. Enjoy world-class fishing and kayaking, abundant bird and marine life viewing, and easy access to hiking trails and tidewater scenery. Explore a charming historic downtown and local museums, learn about Tlingit culture, and take short boat or ferry trips to nearby island communities for weekend adventures. In season, you can catch salmon runs, spot bears and eagles, and experience stunning remote landscapes perfect for photography and outdoor recreation.

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