Radiology/Cardiology MRI Technologist
Saint Louis, Missouri
SSM Health Saint Mary's Hospital-Saint Louis

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Travel/Contract Position

Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Start Date: ASAP
• Shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM with call on Saturday and Sunday
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year
• First-timers Accepted: No
• Scrub Color: Black
• Charting System: EPIC
• Parking: Free

Required Certifications & Licenses

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA RQI certifications acceptable
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA BLS required for medical lab techs
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – AHA RQI certifications acceptable
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure)
• State License Verification (Missouri or Compact License for nursing; refer to Allied Licensure Report for allied professionals)
• NURSYS Verification (as applicable)
• NIH Stroke Certification (required for ICU, Interventional Radiology, ED, MS/Tele, PCU, Stepdown)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) – Required for Behavioral Health & ER RNs and techs

Required Background Checks & Documents

• Criminal background check within 12 months including: SSN Trace, 7-year county residence/work history, nationwide search, sex offender search
• Missouri-specific searches: MO EDL Search, MO Family Care Safety Registry (FCSR) – time sensitive
• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
• I9 verification
• E-Verify
• Residency Declaration Form (if working on a compact license in a different state)

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year indicating good health (Aya standard)
• Negative drug screen within 12 months of start
• Negative TB test (PPD, Qgold, or TSPOT) within 12 months; chest X-ray within 5 years if positive PPD
• TB Questionnaire at start and annually
• Immunizations or proof of immunity for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (new candidates only)
  • Varicella
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (renewed annually)
• COVID vaccination preferred (initial series)
• OSHA Respirator Clearance prior to start (fit testing done onsite during first week)
• Fit Mask testing annually (not required for some non-patient facing roles)

Competency & Skills Requirements

• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (required for ED, ICU, MS/Tele, PCU, Stepdown)
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (Aya requirement for new candidates)
• Competency Exam (Aya requirement for new candidates)
• Color Blind Testing (for Med Lab Techs, Med Techs, and Aphresis RNs)
• Skills Checklist required

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Photo for badge (passport style, plain white/off-white background)
• Confidentiality and Security Agreement – must be reviewed and signed prior to start
• Standards of Ethical Conduct and Relevant Policies – must be reviewed and signed prior to start
• Respirator Fit Test Form – must be completed onsite during orientation
• Completion of required online modules assigned by compliance due date (updated annually)
• AbioMed Impella Online Training (required for ICU/CCU and Cath Lab candidates; completed outside LMS)
• Orientation Checklists (post-start) depending on setting:

  • Agency Personnel Orientation Checklist (all except Home Health/Hospice and LTC)
  • Home Health and Hospice Orientation Checklist
  • LTC Orientation Checklist
  • Non-Clinical Orientation Checklist
• Glucometer Assessment during orientation for RNs and Anesthesia Techs (not required for some nursing specialties)

Additional Notes

• Candidates must have at least 1 year of experience; no first-timers accepted
• Candidates must be able to work the specified weekend shifts with call
• All required documents and certifications must be completed and verified prior to start
• Background checks and state-specific registry checks are mandatory and time sensitive
• Compliance with all health, safety, and facility-specific requirements is essential for assignment continuation

This position offers a comprehensive set of requirements to ensure compliance with facility and state regulations, emphasizing patient safety and professional standards.