MRI Technologist
Newark, New York
Newark-Wayne Community Hospital

Job Opportunity: MRI Technologist (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Newark, New York
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: MRI Technologist
• Start Date: January 5, 2026
• Shift:

  • Monday to Friday, 5x8 schedule
  • Regular hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
  • Occasional coverage for 12:30 PM – 8:30 PM shift if 2nd shift tech is off
• On Call: None
• Weekends: None
• Holidays: None

Required Certifications and Licenses

• ARRT-R (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Radiography)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• MRI Certification preferred
• Must have a valid state license upon start

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (MRI Tech)
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum experience consistent with ARRT-R certification and MRI tech role (typically 1-2 years)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

Background Checks

• 7-year criminal background check (including felony checks) within 3 months of start
• SSN Trace, National Criminal, National Sex Offender checks
• Education verification from primary source (no hard copy degrees accepted)
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. verified
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 3 months of start and run monthly
• Foreign equivalency education evaluation if applicable
• Transcript/Diploma if education verification is not on file

Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) as required by unit
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) as required by unit
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) as required by unit
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) as required by unit
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) as required by unit
• Tech Certification Verification (national) within 30 days of start
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement required
• State License primary source verification within 30 days of start
• NURSYS Verification for RN, LPN/LVN, AP within 30 days of start
• NIH Stroke Certification as required by unit

Competencies

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam as required
• Color Blind Testing (one-time)
• Competency Exam as required by specialty

Facility Specific Documents

• Passport-style photo for badge

Health Requirements (Must be completed within 5 days of contract signing)

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Fit mask test within 1 year, updated annually (specific mask types accepted)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
• TB Questionnaire (in lieu of annual TB test renewal)
• Immunizations:

  • Rubeola (Measles): Positive titer or 2 vaccines required
  • Mumps: Positive titer or 2 vaccines required
  • Rubella: Positive titer or 1 MMR/Rubella vaccine required
  • Hepatitis B: Positive titer, completed series, or declination required
  • Varicella: Positive titer, 2 vaccines, or documented history required
• Drug testing within 30 days of start (if booked within 30 days)
• Flu vaccination or signed declination during flu season
• Eye exam (Snellen) within 1 year of start
• COVID vaccination copy preferred but not required

History and Verification

• References: 2 references within 3 years (required for Aya candidates only)
• Employment application required
• Skills checklist required annually
• Work history verification of at least 2 past employments

State Specific Requirements (New York)

• NYS Nurse Aide Registry (if applicable) within 3 months of start
• Fingerprinting for certain units (Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Home Health Aide, LTC) if applicable
• Disciplinary action search for certain units if applicable
• Sex Offender Registry check within 30 days of start
• NY Medicaid Exclusion List check within 3 months of start and monthly thereafter

Summary

This is a travel contract position for an MRI Technologist in Newark, NY, with a 13-week contract length. The role requires ARRT-R and BLS certifications, a valid state license, and various health and background clearances. The schedule is Monday through Friday with no weekends or holidays, and no on-call duties. Prior travel experience is not required. Candidates must complete all health and compliance documentation promptly after contract signing.