Xray Tech
Location: Anchorage, AK
Start Date: 04-13-2026
End Date: 07-13-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Friday-Sunday, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM NOC (3x12-night schedule)
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $57 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 diagnostic radiographic exams (chest, abdomen, extremities, spine, skull) with accuracy and compassion
- Operate fluoroscopy equipment and assist with barium studies, contrast enemas and upper GI exams
- Support intraoperative imaging and C-Arm procedures in the OR and bedside portable imaging for all age groups
- Prepare and administer contrast media per facility protocols and safety guidelines
- Maintain and archive imaging studies in PACS and document care in Epic charting
- Provide patient-centered care across neonatal, pediatric and adult populations in ED, ICU, NICU and trauma settings
- Adhere to radiation safety practices and ARRT professional standards at all times
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support timely diagnoses and excellent patient outcomes
Qualifications
- ARRT (R) certification required
- BLS certification required
- Minimum 1 year of radiography experience (first-time travelers accepted)
- Teaching hospital experience required; community hospital and trauma experience preferred
- Comfortable working nights and every weekend (Fri–Sun) as scheduled
- Familiarity with Epic charting and PACS
- Experience with fluoroscopy studies and contrast administration preferred
- Must be able to float within scope to meet facility needs
- Note: Locals NOT accepted — permanent address must be at least 50 miles from the facility
Education
- Completion of an accredited radiologic technology program (ARRT-eligible or -certified preferred)
Knowledge & Skills
- Radiography (routine and specialty views)
- Fluoroscopy and GI studies (barium swallow, contrast enema, upper GI)
- PACS image management and Epic documentation
- C-Arm and portable imaging techniques (OR and bedside)
- Equipment familiarity: GE, Philips, Siemens (preferred)
- Ability to image neonates through geriatrics with sensitivity and skill
- Strong radiation safety practices and procedural asepsis
- Excellent communication and teamwork in high-acuity environments
Benefits
- Helpful housing stipend and travel support to make your move easier
- Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
- 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan ahead
- Life insurance and basic protections for peace of mind
- Paid time off to recharge after those intense weekend shifts
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement to keep your credentials current
- Travel reimbursement so your move is smoother
- Referral bonus program — share the love and bring a coworker
- A supportive, collaborative team that values your skills and growth
Travel Perks: Explore Anchorage, AK
Anchorage is a spectacular basecamp for outdoor adventures and Alaskan culture. Explore the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail for scenic biking and walking, visit the Anchorage Museum and the Alaska Native Heritage Center for local history, or take a day trip to view glaciers and wildlife in Kenai Fjords or nearby Prince William Sound. In winter you can chase the Northern Lights; in summer enjoy long daylight hours, hiking in the Chugach Mountains, fishing, kayaking, and sampling local seafood and craft breweries. Plenty of opportunities for weekend getaways and nature-filled downtime between shifts.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Xray Tech? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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