MRI Technologist
Columbia, South Carolina
Palmetto Health Richland

MRI Tech Travel/Contract Position

Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
• Hours: 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM (12.5-hour shifts)
• Hours per Week: 36 hours
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Facility Type: Regional community teaching medical center, Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an MRI Technologist within the last year
• Completion of at least one travel assignment as an MRI Technologist
• ARRT(R)(CT) certification
• BLS certification (AHA or ARC only; RQI acceptable)
• Experience in both Acute Care and Outpatient settings
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Additional Requirements

• Floating: Required to float to other units/campuses per facility policy, only to units where qualified and trained
• Travel Experience: First-time travelers are not accepted; prior travel experience required
• Local Candidates: Accepted within a specified radius (radius rule applies)
• Pending Licenses: Not accepted; must have active licenses before start
• Driver’s License: Required for computer access and must be carried on duty

Compliance and Background Checks

• 7-year background check within 12 months of start date required
• E-Verify or attestation required
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and every 30 days thereafter
• Fingerprinting required if applicable (e.g., residency requirements)
• Education verification required (highest level of education)
• Drug screening within 1 year of start, updated annually (5-panel minimum)

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet job demands
• Respirator fit test completed onsite during orientation
• Immunizations/vaccinations required (or proof of immunity):

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (if working in high-risk areas)
  • Negative TB test (True 2-step PPD, QF Gold, or Tspot within 90 days)
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines (second vaccine may be pending with timeline)
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series, positive titer, or signed declination
  • Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines (second vaccine may be pending with timeline)
• Annual flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required (not required for remote workers)

Orientation and Testing

• Online orientation modules must be completed within 72 hours of assignment
• Pre-assignment testing (medication and arrhythmia tests) required within 72 hours of receiving login info; two attempts allowed
• Badge photo required prior to start (passport-style, specific background and quality requirements)

Performance and Documentation

• Resume/application must include a 7-year work history
• Performance evaluations required if employed over 1 year with the agency
• Skills checklist and internal evaluations required for compliance and ongoing employment

Summary

This MRI Tech travel contract requires a minimum of 1 year of MRI experience, active SC licensure, ARRT MR certification, and BLS. Candidates must have prior travel experience and be proficient with adult and pediatric imaging across multiple body areas and equipment types. The position involves weekend day shifts with floating responsibilities. Compliance with extensive background checks, health screenings, immunizations, and orientation/testing protocols is mandatory. Local candidates within the radius rule are accepted; first-time travelers are not.