MRI Technologist
Wilmington, North Carolina
New Hanover Regional Medical Center

MRI Tech Travel/Contract Position

Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Night shift, 18:30 - 07:00 (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday)
• Hours per week: 36 hours (3 shifts x 12 hours)
• Call Requirement: None
• Float Requirement: Yes, may float to Orthopedics and other medical centers as needed
• Orientation:

  • Unit orientation from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
  • Hospital orientation during the first week; full availability required for classes
  • Start date subject to change based on class and trainer availability; missing any orientation portion may delay or cancel start
• Scrubs: Royal blue required
• Patient Population: Adolescent, adults, geriatrics (preferred familiarity with neonates, infants, pediatrics)
• Equipment: GE and Siemens MRI machines
• Documentation System: EPIC
• Scheduling: Per unit needs
• Disaster Response: Contract staff may be assigned to Storm or Hurricane Teams and required to report during catastrophic events

Required Qualifications

• Valid MRI Technologist license in North Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of MRI Technologist experience
• MRI Technologist experience within the last year
• Completion of at least one travel assignment
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Background check within 6 months for clinical candidates
• Drug testing (9-panel) within 6 months of start
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start; additional documentation if past positive TB
• Required immunizations or titers: Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
• Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Sept 1 - Oct 31)
• Physical exam and references per travel agency standards (not required by client)
• Radiation badge required for MRI techs; agency will coordinate issuance
• Photo for badge: passport-style photo on white background, business attire, no head coverings except glasses

Orientation and Training Requirements

• Completion of hospital and unit orientation mandatory
• Medication Safety training certificate required for clinical candidates who handle or administer medications
• Competency exams including color blindness test and other role-specific assessments may be required
• Annual compliance and facility-specific education modules must be completed
• Confidentiality agreement and other facility policies must be reviewed and signed

Additional Notes

• Start date confirmation occurs the Tuesday prior to the start week
• No return-to-office (RTO) after booking allowed; call-offs or additional RTO may lead to cancellation
• Must be fully available during orientation week with no other commitments
• Contract staff may be reassigned mid-contract based on unit needs

This position is ideal for experienced MRI technologists with prior travel contract experience who are flexible with scheduling and able to work night shifts in a fast-paced hospital environment.