MRI Technologist
Arlington, Virginia
Virginia Hospital Center

Job Opportunity: MRI Technologist (Radiology/Cardiology) - Travel/Contract

Location: Arlington, Virginia
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 13 weeks)
Shift: Overnight, 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM, Monday through Friday
Start Date: ASAP

Position Summary

• Role: MRI Technologist (MRI only, no X-ray required)
• Certification: ARRT (R)(MR) required
• Experience: Minimum 2+ years in MRI specialty
• Equipment used:

  • Siemens Skyra 3T
  • Siemens Sola 1.5T
  • GE Signa HDx 1.5T

Licensure & Certification Requirements

• Must have or be able to submit a pending Virginia license and verify VA license application/follow temporary process
• ARRT (R)(MR) certification mandatory
• Additional certifications may be required depending on unit (check with program management if unclear)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred but not required for Sterile Processing Techs (SPTs)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required for certain units (not specifically stated for this role)
• Other certifications (PALS, NRP, TNCC) to be confirmed if applicable

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (MRI)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in MRI technology
• No explicit prior travel experience required

Work Environment

• Hospital-based position
• EPIC system used: Radiology MT Online on Unit
• Scrub color: Grey
• Flu vaccine required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31) unless approved medical or religious exemption is provided

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

Candidates must provide and maintain the following:

• Proof of I9 or attestation
• Government-issued photo ID (must be carried during hours of service)
• E-Verify proof or attestation
• Background checks including 7-year criminal check, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, education verification
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Fit mask test within last 12 months (exceptions apply)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
• Drug screening within 30 days of start (specific panel required)
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Flu seasonal vaccination or approved exemption
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (if applicable)
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella (positive titer or vaccination)
• Completion of facility-specific orientation, policies, and training including EPIC training modules as required
• Completion of competency exams and core training annually
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Work history verification for the past 7 years
• Radiation badge attestation if applicable (MRI techs require attestation of prior radiation exposure)

Additional Notes

• Candidate must complete various facility-specific documents and acknowledgements prior to start, including confidentiality agreements, code of ethics, dress code, infection control manuals, parking forms, and vendor access requests.
• Flu vaccine exemptions require documentation and approval by agency or clinical leadership; facility no longer approves exemptions directly.
• Candidates must wear both agency and facility badges at all times while on assignment.
• EPIC training includes an accelerated online class for some candidates; others complete training onsite.

Summary

This is a travel/contract MRI Technologist position requiring ARRT (R)(MR) certification and at least 2 years of MRI experience. The role involves overnight shifts in a hospital setting using advanced MRI equipment. Compliance with extensive health, background, and facility-specific requirements is mandatory. Flu vaccination during flu season is required unless a documented exemption is approved.