MRI Technologist – Radiology/Cardiology
Columbia, SC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: MRI Technologist (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Shift:

• Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
• 4 x 10-hour shifts, 9:30 AM to 8:00 PM
• Also Monday through Thursday shifts available

Job Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 1 year required
• Equipment Experience: Must have experience with GE GEMS MRI systems
• Certifications Required:

  • ARMRIT
  • ARRT MR
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Scrub Color: Hunter Green
• Travelers: First-time travelers accepted

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

Background Checks & Verifications

• 7-year background check within 12 months of start date
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and every 30 days thereafter
• Fingerprinting required if applicable (especially for candidates who have lived/worked in WV in the past 7 years)
• Education verification required (highest level of education)
• OFAC Sanctions List Search required for all new/pre candidates
• State license primary source verification required, must be valid and not expiring within 30 days of start
• NURSYS verification for nursing licenses required within 30 days of start

Certifications & Training

• ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM, STABLE, ENPC, CPI, NIH Stroke Certification, and other certifications as applicable depending on unit and role
• Certifications must be current and cannot expire within 30 days of start
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement (HIPAA, OSHA/TJC training) required and expires annually
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) required for certain roles
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam required annually for medication-dispensing positions
• Core Competency Training (Parts I, II, III) required annually with minimum passing scores

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Respirator Fit Test completed onsite during orientation (N95 masks commonly used)
• Immunizations and/or titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years for high-risk areas)
  • Negative TB test (True 2-step PPD, QF Gold, or Tspot within 90 days of start)
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series, positive titer, or signed declination
  • Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required
• Drug screening within 1 year of start, updated annually (5-panel minimum)
• Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required by deadlines (not required for remote workers)
• COVID-19 vaccination no longer required

Facility Specific Requirements

• Badge photo required (passport style, specific background and quality requirements)
• Online orientation modules must be completed within 72 hours of assignment
• Pre-assignment testing (medication and EKG) must be completed within 72 hours of receiving login info; two attempts allowed
• Floating policy acknowledgment required (clinical candidates)
• Contractor acknowledgment must be signed within 24 hours of contract signing

Additional Notes

• Prisma Health facilities are latex-free; latex allergies are acceptable
• Candidates must carry a valid driver's license for computer access and while on duty
• Background checks and certifications must be kept current throughout the assignment
• Some certifications and trainings may have associated costs that the candidate is responsible for
• Candidates should have stable internet and computer access for online testing and modules

This position offers a structured schedule with a focus on MRI technology using GE GEMS systems, requiring specific certifications and compliance with extensive background and health documentation protocols. It is suitable for both experienced MRI techs and first-time travelers willing to meet the outlined requirements.