MRI Technologist – Neuro, Abdominal & Musculoskeletal Imaging
Columbus, Ohio
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

MRI Technologist - Radiology / Cardiology

Location: Columbus, Ohio
Facility: Ohio State University Hospital (Outside In Hospital System)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: January 5th
Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM, including every third weekend (weekend night shifts)

Job Overview

Seeking a skilled MRI Technologist with expertise in neuro, abdominal, and musculoskeletal imaging. The role supports inpatient and outpatient imaging with a focus on oncology cases.

Department Information

• Average Daily Census: 35–40 cases/day
• Patient Population: Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics
• Electronic Documentation System: EPIC

Required Experience & Certifications

• Minimum 2 years of MRI experience
• ARRT certification
• BLS certification
• Valid Ohio State License

Required Skills

• Experience in Adult ICU, Adult Outpatient, and Pediatric Acute Care settings
• Proficiency in imaging:

  • Abdominal
  • Female & Male Pelvis
  • Chest
  • Brain
  • Face/Neck
  • Hip/Bony Pelvis
  • Knee
  • Shoulder
• Familiarity with PACS and Siemens MRI equipment

Special Imaging Procedures

• Fusion (non-brain)
• Gradient Echo Imaging
• Image Post-Processing (ADC mapping, subtraction)
• Maximum Intensity Projection (MIP)
• Multiplanar Reconstruction (MPR)
• Perfusion
• Spectroscopy
• Spin Echo Images
• Surface Coils
• T1 & T2 Weighted Imaging
• Spine Imaging: Cervical, Lumbar, Thoracic

Certifications & Compliance Requirements

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only (Instructor/Provider and RQI acceptable)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - Required for ER and related units
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) - Required for L&D, Post-Partum, OB
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) - Facility-specific expiration rules
• Tech Certification Verification - Required within 30 days of start
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement - Annual requirement
• State License Verification - Within 30 days of start
• NURSYS Verification (for RNs, LPN/LVNs, APs)
• NIH Stroke Certification - Required for ER and Critical Care RNs
• Unit-Specific Competency Exams including Medication Test/Pharmacology and Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (with remediation process if needed)

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Proof of fingerprint completion (BCI/FBI) required for all candidates
• Background Acknowledgement form for subcontractors
• Dress Code and Hand Hygiene Policy acknowledgment
• Confidential Fraud Waste Abuse and Compliance Reporting Mechanism Form
• Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Training Certificate (annual update required)
• Ethics and Compliance Policies acknowledgment (annual for new contracts)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam within 1 year of start (not required if fully remote)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (adult dose after age 11/12)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
• TB Questionnaire (in lieu of annual TB test)
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - 2 vaccines or positive titer with booster rules
• Hepatitis B Titer or 3-vaccine series (declination acceptable)
• Varicella - 2 vaccines or positive titer (medical exemption possible)
• Negative 10 Panel Drug Screen within 3 months of start (no pending tests allowed)
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or declination during flu season (10/1 - 3/31)
• COVID-19 Vaccine - Not required but strongly recommended

Background & Screening

• 7-Year Criminal Background Check within 1 year of start (including SS trace, counties lived/worked, nationwide, sex offender, MVR if applicable)
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG monitoring
• 2 Professional References required (at least one from a manager or formal leadership)
• Employment Application and Skills Checklist required
• Education Accreditation Confirmation for nursing candidates
• Transcript/Diploma required for Respiratory Therapists
• Ohio BCI & FBI Fingerprinting required within 1 year of start, with specific code and process for completion

This position requires adherence to strict credentialing, compliance, and health documentation standards to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance at Ohio State University Hospital.