MRI Technologist
Edmonds, Washington
Swedish/Edmonds Hospital

Job Opportunity: MRI Tech

Location: Edmonds, Washington
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Hours per Week: 36 hours

Job Description

• Position involves working in Radiology/Cardiology specialty.
• Unit accepts first-time travelers.
• Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in the specialty.

Required Qualifications

• Valid MRI Technologist license in Washington.
• MRI Technologist with at least 1 year of experience, including experience within the last year.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current ARRT MR certification.

Schedule

• 3 shifts per week, each 12 hours, night shift (7 PM to 7 AM).

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID).
• Social Security Card (as applicable for I9 verification).
• Background check within 90 days covering all locations lived/worked in the past 7 years; must be updated annually.
• Education verification required (diploma/transcript may be requested if education cannot be verified electronically).
• WA State Patrol Search (WATCH) required within 90 days of start; updated every 2 years for certain facility types.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO, confirming ability to work.
• Immunizations and health screenings including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years or declination accepted).
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually.
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer.
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination.
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer.
  • Seasonal flu vaccine during flu season or declination.
  • COVID vaccination documentation preferred; declinations accepted.
• 9 Panel Drug Screen within 12 months of start.
• Respiratory Safety Clearance (RespSafety) required annually for travel candidates.
• Fit mask test required annually (travel only).
• References: Minimum 2 references covering 1 year of employment in a comparable specialty/setting within the last 3 years.
• Employment application covering at least last 5 years of employment with explanations for gaps or overlaps.

Certifications & Competencies

• Must maintain required certifications (BLS, ARRT MR).
• Additional certifications may be required based on unit or specialty (verify with clinical leadership).
• Medication competency exams and other specialty-specific competency exams as applicable.

Facility & Regional Requirements

• Completion of annual regulatory and specialty-specific training modules via assigned LMS platform.
• Photo for badge with neutral background required.
• Float policy acknowledgment: may be required to float to other nearby facilities.
• WA Multi-State Licensed Nurses Demographic Attestation required if working with an out-of-state compact license.

Notes

• This is a travel contract position open to candidates separated from other Providence facilities for at least 3 months.
• Background checks and other verifications may have specific regional or facility requirements.
• Non-clinical or remote candidates have different or reduced requirements; this position is clinical and onsite.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this MRI Tech travel contract position in Edmonds, WA.