MRI Technologist
Florence, SC
Travel Nurses, Inc.
3x12 hrs

Job Opportunity: MRI Tech

Location: Florence, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Shift: 3 shifts of 12 hours each, Friday through Sunday

  • Friday: 10 AM – 10 PM
  • Saturday & Sunday: 9 AM – 9 PM
• Weekend Requirement: Yes
• On-call: Some on-call required
• Floating: No floating between units or facilities

Required Qualifications

• MRI Technologist with a minimum of 3 years of experience
• MRI Technologist experience within the last year
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification

Facility & Work Environment

• Facility Type: Tertiary Care Hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 283
• Charting System: Epic
• Parking: Free
• Scrub Color: Black/teal
• Local Radius: 60 miles (locals not accepted)
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
• Hurricane Season: Travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during June-November (peak in August-September). New or extended assignments during this time should be considered carefully.

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background Checks:

  • Annual background check covering last 7 years of residence/work
  • Includes SSN trace, state and national criminal checks, sex offender registry, FACIS 3, international searches
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Licensure:

  • Primary source verification of ARRT or ARMRIT certification
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam updated annually, attesting ability to meet job demands
  • Immunizations and titers:

    • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
    • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold within 90 days) or chest X-ray if positive
    • Measles, Mumps, Rubella: positive titer or 2 vaccines (boosters if low titer)
    • Hepatitis B: titer, vaccine series, or declination
    • Varicella: positive titer or 2 vaccines (boosters if low titer)
  • Drug screen: 10-panel urine drug test within 90 days of start
  • COVID-19 vaccination: Not required but highly preferred; vaccination records must be uploaded or declination form completed
• Certifications:

  • ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM certifications as required by unit/job description (confirm specifics with recruiter)
• Competency Exams: Medication and general competency exams as applicable
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Performance Evaluation: Must be dated within 12 months of start
• Employment History: Verification of last 3 clinical employers (exceptions apply)

Orientation & Facility Specifics

• Completion of orientation modules (approx. 4 hours) prior to start is mandatory
• Clear, passport-style photo required for badge
• Signed agreements including assignment acknowledgment, code of conduct, confidentiality, HR policies, and system user agreements required before start
• Facility uses a platform called "OurDay" for uploading vaccination and flu documentation
• Flu vaccine required during flu season (Aug 1 – Apr 30), with medical/religious exemptions accepted (no declinations)

Additional Notes

• Block scheduling may be requested but is not guaranteed
• Locals are not accepted for this position
• Radiation badge is not required for MRI Techs at this facility
• Candidates must be prepared for possible emergency response duties during hurricane season

This position is ideal for experienced MRI Technologists with the required certifications and equipment experience, seeking a weekend-focused travel contract in a tertiary care setting.