MRI Technologist
Columbus, OH
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: MRI Technologist (Travel/Contract)

Location: Columbus, Ohio
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Shift: 3x12-hour night shifts (6:00 PM - 6:30 AM)
• Schedule: Every 3rd weekend and holidays as assigned
• Call: 3 weekday day shifts per month and 1 weekend call every 12 weeks

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as an MRI Technologist (travelers with 1.5 years may be considered if strong Level I or large hospital experience)
• Specialty Experience: Cardiac experience is a major plus
• Equipment Experience: Must have experience with Siemens MRI scanners (unit has 2 Siemens 1.5T Aera scanners)
• Certifications:

  • ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or NMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification
• Skills:

  • Experience with IV starts strongly preferred
• Additional: Traveler's permanent address must be more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible

Facility & Work Environment

• Performs neuro, musculoskeletal (MSK), and abdominal MRI scans
• Specialty exams include breast, enterography, and patients with pacemakers
• Does not perform cardiac, prostate, CSF flow studies, or MSA extremities
• ICU patients are scanned regularly; MRI-safe ventilator and monitoring equipment available
• No conscious sedation performed
• Uses EPIC EMR system
• Scrubs color: charcoal grey

Certifications & Licenses

• Ohio Radiographer State License preferred
• BLS required (AHA preferred, RQI acceptable)
• ARRT or NMTCB certification required
• Additional certifications may be required based on unit specifics

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 2 years prior to start, indicating clearance to work
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 6 months of start
• Respirator fit test documentation within 1 year (renewed annually)
• Drug screening: Negative 9 or 10 panel urine drug screen within 90 days of start (marijuana tested, no medical marijuana exemptions)
• Required immunizations or proof of immunity:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required by deadline
• Other health documents: TB questionnaire, tetanus/diphtheria/TDAP if applicable

Background Checks & Documentation

• 7-year background check including SS trace, county searches, nationwide criminal search, sex offender search, and sanctions screening
• State-specific searches as required
• Employment application and skills checklist required
• Various facility-specific agreements and acknowledgments required prior to start

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
• Must be able to pass color blindness testing (100% required on online test; in-person testing if failed)
• Fingerprinting required onsite or prior to orientation for clearance
• Must complete OhioHealth candidate agreements and confidentiality policies before starting

This position is ideal for MRI Technologists with Siemens scanner experience seeking a travel contract in a large hospital setting with a focus on neuro, MSK, and abdominal imaging, including specialty exams.