MRI Technologist
Saint Louis, Missouri
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital

Job Opportunity: MRI Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Schedule: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM with Friday through Sunday call every 3-4 weeks
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year in specialty (Radiology / Cardiology)
• Certifications:

  • ARRT required (ARMRIT not accepted)
  • ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP may be required depending on unit
• First-time travelers: Accepted (no prior travel experience required)
• Work Setting: Inpatient and Outpatient
• Types of Scans:

  • Brain (Perfusion, Functional, Spectroscopy)
  • Body (Enterography, Defecography, Musculoskeletal, Breast including biopsy, Spine)

Important Requirements

• Fit Testing:

  • Travelers must shave to ensure mask seal for fit testing.
  • CAPRs and PAPRs are not provided and not allowed to be used by travelers at this facility.
  • Failure to shave for fit testing will result in cancellation.
• Background Checks:

  • Criminal background check within 12 months required, including SSN trace, 7-year county residence/work history, nationwide search, and sex offender search.
  • State-specific searches required for Missouri.
• Licensure:

  • State license verification required (Missouri or Compact License applicable).
• Health Requirements:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months (chest X-ray within 5 years if positive PPD).
  • Flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required annually during flu season.
  • COVID vaccination preferred but not mandatory.
  • Drug screening negative within 12 months required.
  • Physical exam within 1 year indicating good health required.
• OSHA Respirator Clearance: Required prior to start for fit testing (not required for some non-patient facing roles).
• Orientation and Training:

  • Completion of facility-specific modules and orientation checklists required.
  • Additional online training for ICU/CCU and Cath Lab candidates (Abiomed Impella training) if applicable.
• Documentation:

  • Government-issued photo ID, I9, E-Verify, Residency Declaration Form (if applicable).
  • Photo for badge (passport style, plain background).
  • Confidentiality and Security Agreement and Standards of Ethical Conduct must be signed prior to start.

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not required for this position.
• Candidates must comply with all facility-specific policies and documentation requirements.
• This role involves both inpatient and outpatient imaging services with a variety of scan types.
• The facility enforces strict mask fit testing policies with no exceptions for facial hair.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this MRI Tech travel contract position in Saint Louis, Missouri.