Radiology/Cardiology MRI Technologist
Atlanta, GA
Olaro
2x12 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Travel/Contract Position

Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Facility Type: Transplant facility, Primary stroke center
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology

Job Details

• Schedule: Must work Saturdays & Sundays
• Call: None
• Floating: Within facility/scope of practice and to Outpatient as needed
• Minimum Experience: 1 year; first-time travelers accepted
• Contract Length: 12 weeks
• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days
• Holidays:

  • If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, traveler must work it
  • If 2 major holidays fall, traveler must work both
  • If 3 major holidays fall, traveler must work 2 of them
• Major Holidays Include:
  Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day
• Orientation: Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length (e.g., 12 hours for 12-week assignment)
• Locals Accepted: Yes, at same rate
• Compliance: Full compliance required to start on time; delays result in 2-week pushback due to bi-weekly orientation schedule

Required Documents & Compliance

Identification & Background

• Valid Driver’s License or State ID (photo ID required)
• Background Check within 30 days of start, including:

  • Permanent and non-permanent county checks
  • National sex offender registry
  • Nationwide criminal search
  • FACIS 3
  • Education verification of related degree
• Diplomas required for RRTs
• Education verification required; can be pending at start with proof it is in process (due within 30 days post start)
• References: 2 clinical references required (Aya requirement)
• Work history verification of most recent employer required; can be pending at start with proof it is running (due within 30 days post start)

Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Required for RN/RRT/CRT in specified specialties; must be current before start or obtained within 30 days for CRTs
• BLS (Basic Life Support): Required except for Microbiology Techs and Med Techs
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): Required for RNs in PACU/Pre-op/Endo/CSU (if pediatric patients accepted), ER
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program): Required as per specialty
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring): Online course required within a few months of hire; no renewal required
• Tech Certification Verification: Allied annual license verification within 30 days prior to start
• State License Verification: Must be current within 30 days prior to start; CRTs & RRTs must be licensed in Georgia
• NURSYS Verification: Annual verification for RN, LPN/LVN, AP within 30 days prior to start
• NIH Stroke Certification: As required by specialty
• Other: Specialty-specific certifications as per clinical guidelines

Competency Exams

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (required for RNs and LVNs by Aya)
• Color Blind Testing (required for all candidates; alternative assessment available if needed)
• Competency Exam (required for Nursing and Allied by Aya)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (required for Tele, MS/Tele, IMCU, ER, Cardiac Tele/Step-down, ICU, PCU) with max 3 attempts

Facility-Specific Documents

• Code of Conduct and Acknowledgement (must review/sign prior to start)
• Dress and Professional Appearance Policy (must review)
• Additional compliance checklists and vaccine declination forms apply only to privileging specialties (e.g., CVOR Certified Surgical First Assistant, RNFA)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam: Required by Aya within 1 year of start (not required by client)
• TB Testing: PPD, QGold, or TSpot within 12 months of start; if past positive, must have proof and negative chest x-ray within 6 months
• TB Questionnaire: Required annually for all candidates
• Immunizations:

  • Rubeola (Measles): 2 MMR vaccines or positive titer; boosters allowed post start if eligible
  • Mumps: 2 MMR vaccines or positive titer; boosters allowed post start if eligible
  • Rubella: 2 MMR vaccines or positive titer; boosters allowed post start if eligible
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer; boosters allowed post start if eligible
  • Hepatitis B: Series, surface antibody titer, or signed declination; declination form required if titer negative
• Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start; cannot start with results pending; instant drug screen acceptable under certain conditions
• Flu Vaccination: Required or declination; strongly encouraged during flu season (Nov 1 - Mar 31)

Additional Notes

• Clinical screening required to determine fit before manager decision
• Candidate must be fully compliant with all requirements to start on time
• Floating assignments may be required within the facility or outpatient areas as needed

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized transplant and stroke center environment with a focus on radiology and cardiology services. Candidates should be prepared for weekend shifts and holiday work as outlined.