MRI Tech
Hickory, NC
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,160/weekOverview
- Start Date09/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Job Title
MRI Technician
Location
Hickory, NC
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Travel | Days | 4 x 10-hour shifts | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM | 13 Weeks
Key Responsibilities
- Perform inpatient and outpatient MRI studies, including advanced cardiac MRI imaging, in a high-volume acute care setting
- Operate GE MRI equipment at the main campus as well as GE Mobile and Open Hitachi units at an affiliated imaging center
- Document and manage imaging workflows using Cerner EHR
- Participate in weekend call rotation to support STAT imaging requests on Friday nights, Saturdays, and Sundays
- Float as needed to an outpatient imaging center located approximately five minutes from the main campus
- Assist with MRI procedures performed under anesthesia and support stroke rule-out and other common diagnostic imaging cases
Required Qualifications
- Active ARRT certification with MR specialty credential required
- Minimum of 2 years of MRI technologist experience; 5 years preferred
- Proficiency with Cerner EHR is required
- Ability to participate in weekend call rotation for STAT imaging coverage
- Must reside 60 miles or greater from the facility to qualify as a travel candidate
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Cardiac MRI imaging competency strongly preferred
- Experience with GE MRI systems and open/mobile MRI equipment
- Familiarity with MRI procedures performed in conjunction with anesthesia
Why Join Us
- Work within a comprehensive acute care environment that includes a dedicated Brain Center, Heart Center, Cancer Center, and Level 3 NICU, offering broad clinical exposure
- Gain experience across both main campus inpatient MRI and an affiliated outpatient imaging center, expanding your skill set in a dynamic travel assignment
Employer
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.
The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.
Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.
Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others
About Hickory, NC
As a Travel MRI Technologist in Hickory, NC here's what you should know:- 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.
- 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.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hickory, NC, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Hickory, NC is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- 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.
- 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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