MRI Technician
Boston, MA
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Evenings

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Evenings, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an MRI Technologist for a 13-week travel contract at an outpatient imaging facility in Waltham, MA, requiring 3+ years of experience and ARRT certification.

Details

• Evening shift from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, 40 hours per week
• Rotating schedule across two weeks: Week 1 (Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri/Sat), Week 2 (Sun/Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri)
• Outpatient MRI department open 7 days a week from 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM
• 2-tech team model with access to state-of-the-art, multi-vendor MRI platforms
• Responsibilities include both clinical and research patient imaging
• Routine outpatient exams performed with and without contrast, including IV contrast injections via MR-compatible power injector
• Charting in Epic EMR (experience required)
• Free parking available at the Waltham location

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of MRI Technologist experience
• ARRT or ARMRIT certification required (Advanced MR certification required within 12 months of hire if not already held)
• BLS certification required (AHA only; no other providers accepted at this location)
• Completion of a Medical Imaging Program (certificate or diploma) required; Associate's degree preferred
• Active MA license required; conditional or pending licenses are not accepted — license required if applicable
• Proficiency with Epic EMR
• Experience performing routine outpatient MRI exams with and without IV contrast
• Ability to rotate across MRI scanners within the assigned department as needed
• Flu vaccine required; no religious or medical exemptions accepted

Additional Information

• Prepare patients, perform positioning, set imaging parameters, acquire and process images, and ensure diagnostic image quality for both clinical and research studies
• Perform IV catheter insertion and administer MR contrast agents, including monitoring for and responding to adverse reactions
• Conduct point-of-care testing (POCT) where applicable
• Serve as the final safety checkpoint prior to scanning, enforcing MRI safety protocols for all persons entering the MRI area
• Identify and respond to hazardous system malfunctions, including securing the magnet bay during emergency situations
• Perform scheduled QC procedures on MRI scanner and related equipment and report equipment issues to supervisor
• Consult with radiologists, nurses, and other content experts as needed
• Candidates residing within 60 miles of the facility may be considered but are subject to a reduced pay rate
• 2 professional references are required for consideration
• Time and attendance tracked via UKG/Kronos