MRI Technologist
Greer, South Carolina
Greer Memorial Hospital

MRI Tech Travel/Contract Job in South Carolina

Location: Greer, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Monday-Friday, 4:30 PM - 12:00 AM (Night shift, 5 days/week, 7.5 hours/day)
Call/Floating: Required call and floating as needed; floating limited to qualified units with documented competencies.

Job Description

• Work alongside an MRI assistant.
• Scrub color: Hunter Green.
• Floating may be required to other units or campuses as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an MRI Technologist, including experience within the last year.
• ARRT (MR) certification.
• BLS certification.
• Experience with Epic system.

Required Compliance & Documentation

• Background check: 7-year history within 12 months of start, including alias and multi-state searches.
• E-Verify or attestation.
• Drug screening: 5-panel within 12 months, updated annually.
• Physical exam: Physician’s statement within 1 year attesting ability to meet physical demands.
• Immunizations and health documents (as applicable):

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days of start.
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years if working in high-risk areas.
  • Flu vaccine or approved exemption required annually (not required for remote workers).
  • Other immunizations: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (documentation or declination).
• Respirator fit test to be completed onsite during orientation.
• Photo for badge: Passport-style with specific background and no obstructions.
• Completion of online orientation modules and pass/fail testing prior to start (approximately 12-16 hours total).
• Annual competency exams and core training (Parts I, II, III) including universal precautions, cultural diversity, pain management, OSHA, and patient safety goals.
• Medication and arrhythmia competency testing as applicable.
• HIPAA and safety manual acknowledgment.
• Floating policy acknowledgment (clinical staff only).

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• Orientation includes 16 hours of non-billable time onsite.
• Candidates must complete online modules within 72 hours of assignment.
• Pass/fail testing includes medication and EKG/arrhythmia exams with two attempts allowed; failure results in cancellation.
• Floating is prioritized to home unit but may be required elsewhere within competency.
• Badge photo must be submitted timely to allow badge creation before start.
• Fingerprinting required only if applicable based on residency and role.
• Some certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC) may be required depending on unit assignment; check unit-specific requirements.

This position offers a structured night shift schedule with a defined contract length and requires a strong background in MRI technology, EPIC system experience, and compliance with extensive credentialing and health documentation standards.