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Job Opportunity: MRI Tech

Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (Thursday - Saturday, 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
Weekend Requirement: Yes, Saturday only
On-call: No
Floating: No floating between service lines or other facilities

Required Qualifications

MRI Technologist with at least 1 year of experience within the last year
ARRT (MR) certification
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Certifications & Compliance

ARRT (MR) certification
BLS certification (American Heart Association or equivalent)
Background check including 7 years of history and various federal/state registries
Physical exam within 90 days of start, updated annually
Drug screening (10-panel) within 90 days of start
Immunizations and titers as required (e.g., Tdap, MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B)
Respirator medical clearance annually
COVID-19 vaccination preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
Flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season
Facility-specific orientation modules and documentation must be completed prior to start
Photo for badge (passport-style, solid light background) required

Additional Requirements

Proof of 2 clinical references, including at least one from the unit of assignment
Employment history verification for last 3 clinical employers
Completion of facility-specific forms and agreements prior to start
Compliance with facility policies during hurricane season (June-November) including possible emergency response assignments

Facility Information

Acute care hospital setting
Approximately 200 staffed beds
Charting system: Epic
Parking: Free
Scrub colors: Black, Teal, or Grey

Notes

Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
Local candidates accepted within a 60-mile radius
Travelers must be prepared to complete all required documentation and certifications before starting
Orientation modules take approximately 2 hours and must be completed on a computer (not a phone)

This position offers a structured schedule with weekend work and requires specific MRI experience and certifications. It is suitable for MRI Technologists seeking a travel contract assignment in South Carolina.

Facility

Providence Health

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Short Term Acute Care
314 beds

ADDRESS2435 Forest DriveColumbia, SC 29204

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About Columbia, SC

As a Travel MRI Technologist in Columbia, SC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 92°F and lows of 71°F.
Average winter highs of 57°F and lows of 36°F.

Furnished Housing

Plenty of options for short term rentals, with furnished apartments and homes available.
Relatively easy to find through local rental agencies and online platforms.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and highways.
Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen levels.
Columbia has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art scene with impressive murals and art galleries, music venues, and annual events like Greekfest and Riverfest.
Outdoor activities include Riverfront Park, Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, and the Soda City Market.

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