Pediatric MRI Technologist
Washington, DC
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: MRI Certified Technologist (Pediatric)

Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• MRI Certified Technologist with pediatric experience required
• Must be able to work independently
• Experience with Magnet GE and Siemens preferred
• Start Date: ASAP (compliance process takes 2-3 weeks)
• Shift: Monday - Friday, 12:30 PM – 9:00 PM
• Required Experience: 2+ years
• First-time travelers accepted
• No weekend or on-call requirements
• Floating within scope may be required depending on facility needs
• No floating to sister facilities
• Local candidates accepted
• Return to Office (RTO) restrictions: max 7 days; if 7 consecutive days, add 1 week to contract
• Guaranteed 40 hours per week

Required Credentials & Certifications

• MRI Certification (National Tech Cert Verification)
• State License (copy of professional license required before start)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA only, valid and not expiring within 30 days of start
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA only, valid and not expiring within 30 days of start
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA only, valid and not expiring within 30 days of start
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) – AHA/AAP only, valid and not expiring within 30 days of start
• CHEMO certification (if applicable based on unit/specialty)
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement
• Acknowledgement of Pass/Fail Testing (if applicable)
• NURSYS Verification (for RN, LPN/LVN, AP if applicable)

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License/State ID)
• Background Check within 30 days of start covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• EPLS/GSA/SAM check required
• HHS/OIG check required
• Education Verification (transcript/diploma accepted if verification pending)
• Employment Application
• Skills Checklist

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam within 30 days of start (must include Latex Allergy Information)
• Fit Mask Test (N95 1860 or 1870+), valid within 1 year and updated annually; PAPRs accepted
• Tdap vaccine within 10 years (TD and DTap not accepted)
• Negative TB test (PPD, QGold, or TSPOT) within 60 days of start or Chest X-Ray if past positive
• TB Questionnaire required for all candidates
• Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: 2 MMR vaccines or positive quantitative titer with lab values and reference ranges
• Hepatitis B Series and Quantitative Hep B Surface Antibody Titer with lab values; declination form accepted if applicable
• Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive quantitative titer with lab values (LabCorp exceptions apply)
• 10 Panel Drug Screen within 30 days of start (must include marijuana)
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption form required for 2025-26 season
• COVID-19 Vaccination or declination required for tracking for 2025-26 season
• Latex Questionnaire (if not included in physical exam)

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Photo for badge (must meet specific guidelines; completed immediately after signing)
• Completion of required training modules prior to start (Cornerstone Modules for certain roles; Workramp Modules for others)
• Medication Study Guide (for nursing roles)
• Emergency Contact information
• TB Exposure/PPD Conversion Record if applicable
• Religious or Medical Flu Exemption forms if applicable

Additional Notes

• Two professional references dated within the past two years required (preferably supervisors/managers)
• Pass/Fail Medication Calculation Exam at orientation (must score 84% or higher, 2 attempts allowed; not required for per diem)
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam required
• Color Blind Testing required (can be completed online or as part of physical)
• Competency Exam required

This position is ideal for MRI technologists with pediatric experience seeking a travel contract in a pediatric hospital setting with a structured compliance and credentialing process.