MRI Technologist

advatixinc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

advatixinc is seeking an experienced MRI Technologist for a busy MRI department in Atlanta. The travel contract lasts 13 weeks with 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM–7:30 AM) and requires recent MRI experience, ARRT-MRI credentials, and strong MRI safety knowledge.

The role involves protocol selection, patient education, IV contrast administration when needed, image review, and PACS transfer, with opportunities to train staff and maintain a safe workflow in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of MRI specialty experience.
• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology or accredited MRI program.
• Current BLS certification and ARRT-MRI credential.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Review orders and clinical information to determine examination requirements.
• Screen patients for contraindications and uphold MRI safety protocols.
• Explain procedures and administer IV contrast when required.
• Position patients with appropriate pads and coils per exam.
• Set MRI protocols and scan parameters; monitor image quality during studies.
• Organize images and transfer completed studies to PACS.
• Enter patient charges into the system and assist with minor equipment maintenance.
• Train and orient new or assigned personnel; ensure a safe MRI environment.

Skills

MRI experience

ARRT-MRI credential

AHA BLS certification

Independent work

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology or MRI program

Job description

MRI Technologist

Our Client is seeking an experienced MRI Technologist to support a busy MRI department in a clinical setting. This role will be responsible for performing MRI examinations, ensuring patient safety, selecting appropriate imaging protocols, reviewing image quality, and providing accurate diagnostic imaging support.

Location

Atlanta, GA 30342

Job Type

Travel Contract – 13 Weeks

Compensation

$48 – $52 per hour

Schedule

12‑hour night shifts, Friday/Saturday/Sunday, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM

The ideal candidate will have recent MRI experience, appropriate professional credentials, strong knowledge of MRI safety and imaging protocols, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Review physician orders and pertinent clinical information to determine appropriate examination requirements.
• Screen patients for MRI contraindications and ensure compliance with MRI safety protocols before entering the magnetic field.
• Explain MRI procedures to patients and administer IV contrast when required.
• Select appropriate pads, coils, and positioning techniques based on examination requirements.
• Select and apply appropriate MRI protocols and scan parameters.
• Monitor and review images during examinations and adjust scan parameters as needed to ensure diagnostic-quality studies.
• Organize images and transfer completed studies to PACS.
• Enter applicable patient charges into the designated computer system.
• Perform minor MRI equipment maintenance and report equipment issues appropriately.
• Assist with training and orientation of new or assigned personnel.
• Maintain a safe MRI environment and promptly report unsafe conditions or equipment concerns.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of recent MRI specialty experience.
• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology or accredited MRI program.
• Current AHA BLS certification.
• Required ARRT-MRI credential.
• Ability to work independently in a busy MRI environment.
• Prior travel assignment experience.
• Availability to work the required weekend overnight schedule.
• Strong knowledge of MRI safety, imaging protocols, and patient positioning.

Preferred Qualifications

• ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT (MR) registry.
• Minimum 1 year of MRI training and experience.
• Special Procedures or CT training/experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
• CPR certification.

Additional Requirements

• This is a travel-only assignment; candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the assignment location.
• Floating is optional.
• No on-call requirement.
• Candidates must be available for the full 13-week assignment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

In its recruiting and search practices, HRforGrowth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, or gender identity, and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals. HRforGrowth evaluates and presents candidates to its clients without regard to any protected characteristic. HRforGrowth endeavors to advise the hiring organization to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws — including those enforced by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) — in its hiring decisions, terms of employment, and workplace practices