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MRI Technologist
Hickory, NC
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$50-54/hour
Posted 3 days ago

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated pay
$50-54/hour

Benefits

  • Referral bonus
  • School loan reimbursement
  • Vision benefits
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Company provided housing options
  • License and certification reimbursement
  • Life insurance
  • Medical benefits
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Pet insurance
  • Discount program
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Health savings account
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Continuing Education
  • Dental benefits

Description

MRI Tech, Radiology

Location: Hickory, North Carolina Employment Type: Travel Contract Length: 13 weeks Hours per Week: 36 Openings: 2 Shift: Dayshift

Facility Overview

  • 355-bed hospital
  • 32-bed ED, 29-bed inpatient rehab, 15-bed surgical suite and imaging
  • Level 3 NICU
  • Home to brain, cancer, heart, and lung centers, orthopedics, general and vascular surgery, surgical weight loss, and women's center
  • Affiliated 81-bed adult Behavioral Health Hospital on a separate campus

Orientation

  • Travelers must start on one of the following 2026 dates: November 16 or December 7

Unit Details

  • Floor: 1st floor
  • Unit Name: Radiology
  • Equipment: 1 MRI at main campus, GE; GE mobile MRI; open Hitachi MRI at the imaging center
  • Common Diagnosis/Treatment: Stroke rule-outs; MRI with anesthesia

Schedule and Call

  • Weekend call rotation for STAT imaging requests: Friday night and Saturday/Sunday

Float Scope

  • May float to the outpatient imaging center (5-minute drive from main campus)

Requirements

  • ARRT (MR) certification
  • BLS certification
  • 2 years of experience as an MRI Technologist
  • MRI Technologist experience within the last year
  • Experience with Cerner

Preferred Qualifications

  • Cardiac imaging competency, if possible

Travel Eligibility

  • Candidates must live 60 miles or more from the facility to be considered for travel

Dress Code

  • Scrub color: any

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1095 reviews)

267 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

Sorin B
Sorin B
ED - Emergency Department (RN)
5.0rating

Pros

Mikayla was great to work with. She guided me the whole way through the credentialing process, told me what to expect, and was responsive anytime I had questions. I would recommend Mikayla as a recruiter and would work with her in the future.

Cons

No cons in working with Mikayla at all.

Review of Mikayla Serafin on Oct 27, 2026

Recommends working with Host Healthcare

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About

At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.

We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.

During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.

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About Hickory, NC

As a travel nurse in Hickory, NC here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Hickory, NC is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 88°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
  • In winter, average highs are around 49°F, and average lows are around 28°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hickory, NC, and they are relatively easy to find.
Transportation
  • Hickory, NC is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • Hickory, NC has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Hickory, NC offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international flavors.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports in the nearby lakes and parks.
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