MRI Technologist
St. Louis, MO
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus
$2,445/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftEvenings
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
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 Technologist - Radiology
Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Evenings, Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM (5x8) with rotating call (2-3 days per week, including weekends)
Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
Job Description
- Perform specialized MRI procedures resulting in diagnostic images for radiologist interpretation.
- Provide essential patient care during MRI procedures.
- Apply principles of MR safety.
- Serve Interventional Radiology, Emergency Room, and Outpatient settings.
- Orientation for evening shift occurs on day shift; availability for the entire orientation week is required.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of experience as an MRI Technologist within the last year.
Preferred Qualifications
- MRI Registry certification.
- Experience with GE 1.5T and 3T MRI equipment.
Work Environment & Equipment
- Equipment includes GE 1.5T and GE 3T MRI machines.
- PACS system: Visage.
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system: EPIC.
- Patient types include vented patients and anesthesia cases.
Physical Demands
- Minimal: Push/pull up to 46 lbs, carry 25 lbs, grip up to 50 lbs, pinch grip 6 lbs, climb 8-10 inch steps.
- Occasional: Reaching forward and bending for up to 5 minutes continuously, balance.
- Frequent: Hand coordination.
Call Requirements
- Rotating call as required by the facility, including some weekends.
Dress Code
- Scrubs: Black top, bottoms, and jacket.
Additional Information
- Flu vaccination is mandatory from November 1 through April 1; declinations are not accepted.
Facility Highlights
- Level 2 Trauma Center.
- Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center.
- Level 1 STEMI Center.
- Advanced Certification in Heart Failure with Gold Seal of Approval.
- American Heart Association’s Heart Failure Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award.
Local Area Highlights
- Gateway Arch, Six Flags St. Louis, St. Louis Cardinals and Blues sports teams.
- Entertainment districts and Union Station attractions including aquarium, St. Louis Wheel, miniature golf, and ropes course.
- Rich brewing history with nearly 65 craft breweries.
- City Museum in a large historic warehouse.
- Recognized food city with diverse dining options.
Employer
Host Healthcare
228 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Lauren quickly responds to any questions I may have, she is very kind and sweet, and made my whole process for my contract very easy, and I was very comfortable working with her, she is one of the best recruiters I’ve ever worked with!
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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 Saint Louis, MO
As a Travel MRI Technologist in Saint Louis, MO here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Saint Louis is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.
- Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.
- Saint Louis has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include heart disease and obesity.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
- Saint Louis offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art museums like the Saint Louis Art Museum, live music venues, sports events such as baseball games at Busch Stadium, and outdoor attractions like the Missouri Botanical Garden and Forest Park.
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