MRI Technologist
Columbia, SC
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

MRI Tech Travel/Contract Position

Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Shift: Saturday, Sunday, Monday | 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM (12.5-hour shifts)
• Hours per week: 36
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Floating: Required per facility policy; may float to other units/campuses if qualified and trained

Requirements/Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an MRI Technologist within the last year
• Completion of at least one travel assignment
• ARRT(R)(CT) certification
• BLS certification (AHA or ARC only; RQI acceptable)
• Experience in an outpatient setting
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Facility Highlights

• Regional community teaching medical center with 641 licensed beds
• Designated Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center
• Advanced specialty programs including cardiac care, stroke, and vascular services

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Proof of I9 or attestation
• Valid Driver’s License/State ID required for computer access and must be carried on duty
• E-Verify or attestation required
• Background check: 7-year history within 12 months of start, including SS trace, aliases, all states/counties lived/worked in last 7 years, FACIS III, sex offender, and international searches if applicable
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and every 30 days thereafter
• Fingerprinting required if applicable (e.g., residency less than 12 months in state)
• Education verification of highest level completed (diplomas not accepted as placeholders)
• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet physical demands (no chiropractors)
• Respirator fit test completed onsite during orientation (N95 masks commonly used)
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (if working/floating in high-risk areas)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days of start (True 2-step PPD, QF Gold, or Tspot)
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: positive titer or 2 vaccines (second vaccine may be pending but must be completed within 28 days)
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series, positive titer, or signed declination
  • Varicella: positive titer or 2 vaccines (second vaccine may be pending but must be completed within 28 days)
  • Annual flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption (not required for remote workers)
• Drug screen within 1 year of start, updated annually (5-panel minimum)

Orientation & Training

• Online orientation modules must be completed within 72 hours of assignment
• Pre-assignment testing (medication and arrhythmia tests) required within 72 hours of receiving login; two attempts allowed
• Badge photo required with specific background and quality standards
• Floating policy acknowledgment required annually

Additional Certifications (if applicable)

• ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC, EFM, NIH Stroke Certification, CPI or MAB (check unit-specific requirements)
• National tech certification verification required within 30 days of start
• Core competency training (Parts I, II, III) required annually

Notes

• Pending licenses or background checks are not accepted; all must be active and current before start
• Candidates must comply with all facility-specific policies and documentation requirements to be cleared for assignment
• Prior travel experience is mandatory; first-time travelers will not be accepted for this position

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this MRI Tech travel contract opportunity.