MRI Technologist
Wilmington, NC
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,438/weekOverview
- Start Date06/15/2026
- 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: Wilmington, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Details
- Shift: Thursday to Saturday, 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each)
- Floating required to Orthopedics and Scotts Hill Medical Center as needed
- No call requirement
- Must be available for hospital orientation classes during the first week (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)
- Expected start date may vary; travelers must be fully available with no other commitments during orientation week
- Assigned to Storm/Hurricane Teams; may be required to work during catastrophic events or disasters
- Patient population includes adolescents, adults, and geriatrics (neonates, infants, and pediatrics preferred familiarity)
- Equipment used: GE and Siemens MRI machines
- Documentation system: EPIC
Required Qualifications
- Valid MRI Technologist license in North Carolina
- Minimum 2 years of MRI Technologist experience, including experience within the last year
- Completion of at least one travel assignment; not a first-time traveler (unit will not accept first-time travelers)
- Certifications: BLS and ARRT
Preferred Qualifications
- Skills in chest imaging and image post-processing
Orientation & Onboarding Requirements
- Must attend full hospital and unit orientation during the first week
- Photo for badge required immediately after signing contract (passport-style, solid white background, business attire)
- Must complete facility-specific education modules and compliance training prior to or during orientation
- Must complete Medication Safety training (35 minutes for clinical candidates who prepare/administer meds; 20 minutes for those handling/storing meds)
- Must complete Non-Novant Health Worker Clinical Education Checklist (8-10 hours for acute candidates)
- Must complete annual compliance and confidentiality agreements
- Must complete flu vaccination or approved exemption with mask-wearing requirement during flu season
- Must complete background checks and verifications as required (including education verification, drug screening within 6 months, and color blindness testing)
- Must provide proof of negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, or documentation of past positive TB with appropriate follow-up
- Required immunizations or titers: Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
- Must complete Radiation Badge process if applicable (for MRI techs, radiation badge may be required)
Additional Notes
- Strict policy on time off after booking (RTO) — no working out RTO onsite; call-offs or additional RTO may lead to cancellation
- Scheduling is per unit needs and may change based on facility requirements
- Scrubs color: royal blue
This position is ideal for experienced MRI technologists with prior travel contract experience who are flexible with scheduling and able to work extended shifts in a fast-paced hospital environment.
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 Wilmington, NC
As a Travel MRI Technologist in Wilmington, NC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Wilmington is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary factor.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Summer average high: 89°F, average low: 70°F.
- Winter average high: 58°F, average low: 36°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Wilmington, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially in the off-peak tourist seasons.
- Wilmington is car-friendly, with relatively low traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options are limited, but there are some bus routes available.
- Wilmington has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen from the many trees and plants in the area.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Wilmington.
- Wilmington offers a variety of activities including exploring the historic downtown area, visiting museums, enjoying fresh seafood at local restaurants, and engaging in outdoor activities such as golfing and fishing.
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