MRI Technologist
Mount Vernon, Washington
Skagit Valley Hospital

Job Opportunity: MRI Tech (Travel/Contract)

Location: Mount Vernon, Washington
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Monday - Friday, 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours/week

Specialty

• Radiology / Cardiology
• Position: MRI Tech

Required Certifications

• ARRT or AMRIT
• Washington Radiology Tech License
• American Heart Association BLS Card

Job Description

• Perform direct patient care following established policies, procedures, and standards.
• Administer contrast and IVs according to policy.
• Execute provider orders accurately and timely.
• Perform indirect patient care as required.
• Communicate pertinent information promptly to appropriate personnel.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation per facility guidelines.
• Adhere to ASRT, ARMRIT, and ARRT standards of practice.
• Work independently and unsupervised.
• Be available for emergency standby coverage off-hours and weekends.
• Availability to work at multiple locations may be required.

Experience Requirements

• Years of experience in specialty: Not explicitly stated; assume standard MRI Tech experience.
• Prior travel experience: Not specified as required.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Background check within 30 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years.
• Education verification required; US equivalency documentation if education completed out of county.
• Drug testing: 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start.
• References: 2 professional references completed within 1 year of start.

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Tdap vaccine or signed declination.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframes.
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella: 2 MMR vaccines or positive titer.
• Hepatitis B: Documentation of 3 doses or signed declination.
• Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or declination during flu season (10/1 - 3/31); mask required if declined.

Additional Certifications (as applicable)

• ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM, ENPC, NIH Stroke Certification (mostly for other specialties; check unit-specific requirements).

Competencies and Documentation

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable.
• Competency exam required.
• Photo for badge required.
• Confidentiality, crime disclosure, and conflict of interest statements must be reviewed and signed.

This position offers a structured 13-week travel contract with a focus on MRI technology within a hospital setting, requiring relevant licensure and certifications, adherence to strict health and background compliance, and flexibility for emergency coverage.