MRI Technologist
Columbia, SC
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,340/weekOverview
- Start Date06/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
MRI Tech Travel/Contract Position
Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Details
- Shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
- Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM (12.5-hour shifts)
- Hours per Week: 36 hours
- Employment Type: Travel/Contract
- Facility Type: Regional community teaching medical center, Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of experience as an MRI Technologist within the last year
- Completion of at least one travel assignment as an MRI Technologist
- ARRT(R)(CT) certification
- BLS certification (AHA or ARC only; RQI acceptable)
- Experience in both Acute Care and Outpatient settings
- Experience with Epic electronic health record system
Additional Requirements
- Floating: Required to float to other units/campuses per facility policy, only to units where qualified and trained
- Travel Experience: First-time travelers are not accepted; prior travel experience required
- Local Candidates: Accepted within a specified radius (radius rule applies)
- Pending Licenses: Not accepted; must have active licenses before start
- Driver’s License: Required for computer access and must be carried on duty
Compliance and Background Checks
- 7-year background check within 12 months of start date required
- E-Verify or attestation required
- EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and every 30 days thereafter
- Fingerprinting required if applicable (e.g., residency requirements)
- Education verification required (highest level of education)
- Drug screening within 1 year of start, updated annually (5-panel minimum)
Health and Immunization Requirements
- Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet job demands
- Respirator fit test completed onsite during orientation
- Immunizations/vaccinations required (or proof of immunity):
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (if working in high-risk areas)
- Negative TB test (True 2-step PPD, QF Gold, or Tspot within 90 days)
- Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines (second vaccine may be pending with timeline)
- Hepatitis B vaccination series, positive titer, or signed declination
- Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines (second vaccine may be pending with timeline)
- Annual flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required (not required for remote workers)
Orientation and Testing
- Online orientation modules must be completed within 72 hours of assignment
- Pre-assignment testing (medication and arrhythmia tests) required within 72 hours of receiving login info; two attempts allowed
- Badge photo required prior to start (passport-style, specific background and quality requirements)
Performance and Documentation
- Resume/application must include a 7-year work history
- Performance evaluations required if employed over 1 year with the agency
- Skills checklist and internal evaluations required for compliance and ongoing employment
Summary
This MRI Tech travel contract requires a minimum of 1 year of MRI experience, active SC licensure, ARRT MR certification, and BLS. Candidates must have prior travel experience and be proficient with adult and pediatric imaging across multiple body areas and equipment types. The position involves weekend day shifts with floating responsibilities. Compliance with extensive background checks, health screenings, immunizations, and orientation/testing protocols is mandatory. Local candidates within the radius rule are accepted; first-time travelers are not.
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Columbia, SC
As a Travel MRI Technologist in Columbia, SC here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 92°F and lows of 71°F.
- Average winter highs of 57°F and lows of 36°F.
- Plenty of options for short term rentals, with furnished apartments and homes available.
- Relatively easy to find through local rental agencies and online platforms.
- Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen levels.
- Columbia has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art scene with impressive murals and art galleries, music venues, and annual events like Greekfest and Riverfest.
- Outdoor activities include Riverfront Park, Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, and the Soda City Market.
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