MRI Technologist
San Francisco, California
California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus

Job Opportunity: MRI Tech

Location: San Francisco, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Perform routine and specialized Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) procedures to produce quality diagnostic images.
• Float across multiple campuses with shuttle transportation available.
• Work schedule: 3 shifts of 12 hours (0800-2030), start times vary between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
• Typically includes one Saturday and one Sunday per month.
• On-call is optional.
• Floating to different sites as needed.
• High volume of PTO coverage during spring/summer months.
• Work mostly weekends with varying start times.
• Facilities include 3 acute sites with GE 3T MRI machines and 1 ambulatory site with 1.5T machine.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of MRI experience (highest required years of experience).
• Licensure/Certification:

  • ARMRIT or ARRT (Radiologic Technologist) certification required.
  • ARRT MR certification required.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• Venipuncture skills required.

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, FACIS Level 3, Sex Offender Search, OFAC Sanctions List, and other federal/state screenings required and must be updated annually as applicable.
• Education verification required (highest level achieved).
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law).
• Physical exam required within 1 year of start.
• Fit mask test required within 1 year of start and must be renewed annually.
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days of start, renewed annually
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella immunity or vaccination as per policy
  • Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (Nov-April) or approved declination
• Respiratory safety clearance required prior to start and renewed annually.

Additional Certifications (as applicable)

• ACLS, PALS, NRP, CCRN, TNCC, EFM, CPI, NIH Stroke Certification, and other certifications may be required depending on position specifics (verify with employer).
• IV Certification (Venipuncture) may be required.

Work History and Documentation

• Full 7 years of work history required on application with no gaps.
• Employment verification required for up to 7 years.
• References: 2 professional references required for clinical/allied/per diem acute care candidates.

Other Requirements

• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific documents including standards of business conduct, code of conduct, vendor training, and regulatory orientation prior to start.
• TB screening questionnaire required within 90 days of start and annually thereafter.
• Religious accommodation forms available for vaccine or PAPR exemptions.

Summary

This MRI Tech travel contract in San Francisco requires a minimum of 3 years MRI experience, ARRT and/or ARMRIT certification, BLS, and venipuncture skills. The role involves floating across multiple campuses with weekend shifts and variable start times. Comprehensive background checks, immunizations, and health screenings are mandatory. Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.