MRI Technologist
Olympia, Washington
Providence Saint Peter Hospital

Job Opportunity: MRI Tech

Location: Olympia, Washington
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 3x12 Weekend Nights (0730-0730)
Start Date: ASAP

Job Description

• Perform MRI procedures including setup, scanning, and processing.
• Communicate with radiologists, physicians, patients, and families.
• Perform contrast injections, quality control, and reporting tasks.
• Maintain day-to-day schedules and assist radiologists.
• Operate and maintain MRI and auxiliary equipment.
• Work with a Toshiba Vantage Titan 1.5T magnet.
• Follow ACR imaging and safety guidelines.
• Facility operates 24/7, providing care for inpatients and outpatients.
• Emphasis on MRI safety and quality image acquisition for excellent patient outcomes.

Required Qualifications

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

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Background check within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in the past 7 years.
• Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests).
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO.
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • TDAP (within 10 years or declination accepted)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months (annual updates required)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or declination during flu season
  • COVID vaccine or declination
• Respirator fit testing required for travel candidates (updated annually).
• References: Minimum 2 supervisor references covering 1 year of employment in a comparable specialty/setting within the last 3 years.

Training and Competency

• Completion of required WorkRamp modules including:

  • Annual regulatory requirements
  • Specialty-specific modules as applicable
  • Basics of Trauma Informed Care (required at this facility)
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests as applicable.
• Epic training modules may be required depending on assignment location.

Additional Notes

• All required documents and certifications must be current and uploaded prior to start.
• Floating to other nearby facilities may be required as part of the assignment.
• Candidates must comply with all state-specific background and registry checks as applicable.

This position offers a great opportunity for MRI Technologists with at least 1 year of experience looking for a travel contract in Washington state with weekend night shifts.