Location: Tacoma, WA

Start Date: 04-06-2026

End Date: 07-06-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Friday-Sunday, 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM, Day shift (12-hour shifts), minimal call; Per contract staffing (24/7 coverage) with weekend/holiday rotation

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $82 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 CT imaging for inpatient, outpatient and emergent/ED patients with a focus on trauma care
• Operate and troubleshoot GE CT scanners and follow department protocols for procedures and safety
• Accurately document exams in Epic and manage images/reviews through McKesson PACS
• Collaborate closely with radiologists, RN staff and tech leads to ensure timely patient care
• Maintain radiation safety practices and follow facility requirements regarding radiation badge possession
• Prepare patients for procedures, assist with positioning and, when appropriate, perform IV starts (preferred but not required)
• Support procedural CT cases and ensure proper documentation, contrast administration protocols, and post-procedure monitoring
• Participate in orientation and mentorship to support new staff and maintain a high-performing team

Qualifications

• ARRT (R) required; ARRT-CT preferred
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
• Radiation badge required (traveler responsibility — facility will not provide)
• Minimum 2 years of CT/radiologic experience with experience working with trauma patients (Level II trauma facility)
• Comfortable working 12-hour day shifts, weekend rotation and holiday coverage per contract
• Experience with Epic charting and McKesson PACS strongly preferred
• IV start skills preferred but not required

Education

• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program or equivalent
• ARRT certification required (CT credential preferred)
• BLS certification required

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of computed tomography imaging and trauma imaging protocols
• Hands-on experience with GE CT scanners and departmental workflow
• Proficiency with Epic EMR and McKesson PACS for accurate charting and image management
• Understanding of radiation safety principles and scanner QA
• Excellent communication, teamwork and patient-centered care skills
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced acute/ED environment

Benefits

• Generous travel-staffing support and housing assistance to make your move easy
• Comprehensive onboarding and a full week of orientation so you never feel alone
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement support to keep your credentials current
• Paid time off and schedule predictability with guaranteed hours (per contract)
• Medical, dental & vision options available through assignment benefit packages
• Professional development and mentorship — you’ll have a lead tech and radiology team backing you up
• Travel reimbursement and support for relocation logistics
• A supportive team culture that values your skills and growth

Travel Perks: Explore Tacoma, WA

Explore Tacoma’s beautiful waterfront and Point Defiance Park with miles of hiking trails, scenic viewpoints and a lovely zoo and aquarium. Dive into local culture at the Museum of Glass and LeMay - America’s Car Museum. Enjoy the revitalized downtown, farmers markets and tasty local eateries. For weekend adventures you’re a short drive from Seattle’s attractions and gateway access to Mount Rainier and Olympic National Park for hiking, beaches and unforgettable day trips.

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