MRI Technologist
Richmond, Virginia
VCU Medical Center

Job Opportunity: MRI Tech (Travel/Contract)

Location: Richmond, Virginia
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Shift: Evening (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM), Monday to Friday
Hours: 40 hours per week (5 days x 8 hours)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work on the North Ground MRI unit.
• Use of McKesson and EPIC systems required.
• Level 1 requirement (likely indicating experience or certification level).

Required Qualifications

• MRI Technologist with at least 1 year of experience.
• MRI Technologist experience within the last year.
• Experience with Epic.

Compliance and Background Checks

• Government-issued photo ID must be carried during hours of service.
• Criminal background check within 60 days of start, including:

  • All states lived/worked in past 7 years.
  • State of permanent residence.
  • VA Statewide Repository Search.
  • Sex Offender Registry.
  • Education verification.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start.
• Virginia State Police fingerprinting required for certain units; MRI Techs require fingerprinting per state regulations.
• Drug testing within 60 days of start (9-panel minimum; instant drug screens not accepted).
• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet physical demands.
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine or declination.
  • Negative TB test (Q-gold/T-spot or two PPDs) within 30 days of start.
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella titers with booster if low.
  • Hepatitis B titer, vaccine series, or declination.
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved exemption (no declinations accepted without exemption).
• Annual TB questionnaire required regardless of TB status.

Orientation and Competency Requirements

• Pharmacology exam, point of care testing, and airborne precaution mask fitting during orientation (for RNs; verify if applicable).
• Competency exams required as applicable.
• Color blindness testing required.
• Abuse reporting competency covering physical/sexual abuse, domestic violence, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults.
• Completion of assigned learning modules (~6 hours) during orientation week.
• Facility-specific safety and confidentiality agreements required prior to start.

Documentation and Administrative Requirements

• Complete application/resume required.
• Two professional references required.
• Skills checklist must be updated annually.
• Virginia Central Registry (CPS) search and submission required within 48 hours of contract signing for applicable units.
• Proof of fingerprinting submission required within 48 hours of signed confirmation; candidates may start with results pending if proof is on file.
• Candidates must bring certain personal items prior to documentation due date (mask, non-wireless headphones, laptop or cell phone).

Additional Notes

• Locals allowed to apply at the same rate.
• No onsite certification renewals; renewals must be scheduled by the agency.
• Certifications expiring within 1 month of contract start will not be accepted.
• Candidates should upload all required documents with appropriate expiration dates as specified.

This position is ideal for MRI Technologists with ARRT certification seeking a travel contract in Richmond, VA, with evening shifts and a 13-week commitment. Compliance with detailed background checks, immunizations, and facility-specific requirements is mandatory.