MRI Technologist (Radiology/Cardiology)
Columbia, Missouri
University of Missouri Hospital

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Travel/Contract Position

Location: Columbia, Missouri
Facility: University of Missouri Hospital

Job Requirements

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Experience:

  • Minimum 1 year experience
  • Level I trauma experience required
  • Previous travel experience preferred (1st time travelers accepted if they have 2 years of Level I trauma experience)
  • Experience with Siemens, McKesson, and Cerner systems
  • Experience in Adult ICU, Pediatrics, and Adult Acute Care

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC Provider card required
• AART or ARMRIT certification (for MRI Tech)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - Required for certain clinical areas (e.g., Cath Lab, ICU, ER)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - Required for ER, Pediatrics, PICU
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - Required for L&D, NICU, Postpartum, Nursery RNs
• CHEMO certification - Required for Oncology (new requirement as of 3/28/25)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - Required for Pre-Start ER RNs starting 11/5/2024
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - Required for L&D RNs, must be updated every 2 years
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) - Required for Psych/Behavioral Health RNs (Blue Card)
• State License Verification - Missouri state license required as applicable
• National certification verification as applicable (e.g., ARRT for Radiology Techs)

Experience & Skills

• Must have trauma level I experience
• Experience with Siemens, McKesson, Cerner systems
• Adult ICU, Pediatrics, and Adult Acute Care experience required
• Previous travel experience preferred but not mandatory if trauma experience criteria met

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 60 days of start
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG exclusion checks required within 60 days
• International background check required if candidate has traveled outside the USA in the last 7 years
• Missouri-specific background checks (MO FCSR or MO Caregiver search) required within 60 days
• Education verification as applicable (Bachelor’s degree for Medical Lab Scientist, Associate’s for Histotechnician, etc.)
• Drug testing: Negative 7-panel drug screen within 60 days of start
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, must be initiated within 48 hours of signing
• Fit mask test required annually (exceptions apply for some roles)
• Immunizations and health screenings required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years or approved exemption)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (updated annually)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B series or titer (declinations no longer accepted for new candidates)
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption (required during flu season)

Documentation & Onboarding

• Photo for badge (new candidates only)
• Employment application with detailed 7-year work history and education
• 2 professional references within last 2 years (required for non-clinical roles)
• Various facility-specific forms including confidentiality agreements, new hire packets, and TB surveys
• Orientation safety manual acknowledgement and core competency exams as applicable
• Medication/pharmacology competency exams as applicable
• State license and national certification primary source verifications within 60 days of start

Additional Notes

• Candidates with positive TB tests must provide proof of INH treatment or sign facility-specific INH recommendation
• Candidates must comply with all facility-specific vaccination exemption policies; medical exemptions require facility approval
• Some certifications and competencies may vary depending on specific role and patient population; check with recruiter or facility for details

This position is ideal for healthcare professionals with radiology or cardiology expertise, trauma experience, and the required certifications who are interested in a travel contract role in Missouri.