Radiology/Cardiology MRI Technologist
Philadelphia, PA
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Travel/Contract Position

Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Facility: Einstein Medical Center (part of Jefferson Health system)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Local rate differential applies
• PA license not required
• Weekend Requirement: Friday only as part of Monday-Friday schedule and on call
• On Call Requirement:

  • 1 night per week (12:00 AM - 7:30 AM)
  • 1 weekend every 5th weekend (Sat 4 PM - Sun 8 AM and Sun 8 PM - Mon 7:30 AM)
• No floating required
• Charting system: Centricity
• Philips MRI experience preferred
• 2 years of experience required
• 1st time travelers are welcome

Required Certifications & Licenses

• ARRT (R) (MR) certification required
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) may be required depending on role
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) as applicable
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) as applicable
• State License verification (primary source verification required; compact licenses accepted for some professions)
• NURSYS verification for RN, LPN/LVN, AP as applicable
• NIH Stroke Certification as applicable

Compliance & Background Checks

• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, updated annually
• Must include all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• Checks include SS Trace, Counties, Nationwide, Sex Offender, FACIS Level 1M, Education Verification
• PA Statewide PATCH search required for PA facilities
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required upon hire
• Fingerprinting required for PA placements only (PA Department of Human Services fingerprinting results within 5 years, updated every 5 years)
• Education verification or official transcript required
• Work history verification as applicable

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 2 months of start (no annual update required)
• Fit test for N95 mask (3M 1870+ model) within 12 months prior to start; must be completed before start
• Current Tdap vaccine or titer required
• Negative TB test (Qgold or TSPOT) within 90 days of start; chest X-ray if positive test
• Annual TB questionnaire required
• Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: 2 vaccines or positive titer required (exempt if born before 1957)
• Hepatitis B: series, titer, or declination accepted
• Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer required
• 10-panel drug screen within 60 days prior to start (not required annually)
• Seasonal flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Apr 1)
• COVID-19 vaccine no longer required prior to start; medical/religious exemptions accepted with masking requirements

Orientation & Facility Specific Requirements

• Completion of assigned education modules prior to orientation (approx. 6 hours; not required for Einstein Philadelphia and Einstein Elkins Park)
• Signed acknowledgment of Joint Commission Safety Manual annually
• Pass/fail dysrhythmia exam required during orientation (one attempt only)
• Photo required for badge prior to start

Additional Notes

• 2 professional references required (within 2 years)
• Skills checklist must be updated annually
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse Search required within 12 months of start (not required for non-clinical without minor contact or Sterile Processing Techs)
• Facility will not allow candidates to start without all required background checks and clearances on file

This position is suitable for healthcare professionals with radiology/cardiology experience seeking a travel contract in Philadelphia with a 13-week commitment. The role includes on-call and weekend responsibilities, requires specific certifications, and has comprehensive compliance and health requirements.