Pediatric MRI Technologist
Memphis, TN
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: MRI Tech – Radiology / Cardiology (Pediatrics)

Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Required Years of Experience: 3 years if no prior travel experience; otherwise, 2 years minimum
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required
• Pediatric Experience: Required
• Certifications Required:

  • ARRT (MRI Tech certification; AMRIT not accepted)
• System Experience: Proficient in operating GE MRI systems
• Shift: 3 shifts of 12 hours each (Thursday, Friday, Saturday; 7 AM – 7 PM)
• Weekend Requirement: As needed
• Block Schedule Accommodation: No (schedule is Wednesday to Friday)
• Local Candidates: Not accepted (must comply with travel requirements)
• Licensing: Must comply with Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) guidelines; pending licenses not accepted
• Driver’s License: Must be included with submission

Facility Highlights

• Level I Pediatric Trauma Center
• Children’s Hospital environment

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Identification: Two forms of government-issued ID (e.g., driver’s license, social security card, passport)
• Background Checks:

  • Statewide, county, federal searches
  • Education verification (diploma/transcript not accepted as substitute)
  • Sex offender search
  • Tennessee Adult Abuse Registry (TN facilities only)
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA or ARC (required for certain departments)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or ARC (required for all except some roles)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – Required for pediatric roles except techs
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – Required for NICU and newborn nursery roles
• Tech Certification:

  • National certification required (ARRT for MRI Techs)
• State License: TN license or multistate license as applicable (pending licenses not accepted)
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start, attesting ability to meet job demands
  • Fit test for 3M N-95 mask within 1 year (no exceptions)
  • Immunizations: Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (required for this facility), MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, TB testing (annual updates required)
  • Negative 10-panel drug test within 30 days of start (no pending compliance accepted)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• Photo for Badge: Recent (within 6 months), passport-style photo with strict guidelines (no hats, glasses, or piercings visible)

Additional Requirements

• Two recent professional references required
• Skills checklist and internal evaluations as applicable
• Compliance with facility dress code (scrubs or business casual with lab coat depending on role)

Summary

This is a travel contract position for an MRI Tech with pediatric experience, requiring proficiency with GE MRI systems and ARRT certification. The contract is approximately 13 weeks long, with a fixed schedule of Thursday through Saturday 12-hour shifts. Candidates must meet strict licensing, certification, health, and background check requirements and be prepared to work in a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center environment. Prior travel experience is not explicitly required, but first-time travelers should have at least 3 years of experience.