MRI Technologist - 260000

Medix™; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 114,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Medix is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist for a 13-week travel assignment in Little Rock, AR. The role places you in a modern ER and inpatient unit, performing MRI scans, ensuring accurate imaging, and maintaining patient safety.

Expect a manageable daily volume of 7–15 patients and a competitive compensation package, including a travel weekly package or local hourly rate. The position requires ARRT, BLS, and at least 1 year of MRI experience.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED (Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology preferred).
• Certification: ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists).
• Life Support: BLS certification through American Heart Association.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year hospital/clinical MRI experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and equipment, perform MRI scans, ensure accurate positioning and high-quality imaging.
• Explain scan procedures and address patient questions; screen for safety; administer contrast as ordered.
• Select appropriate imaging techniques based on patient needs and physician orders.
• Document patient data using EHR systems (GoRev / Clinigence Health).
• Maintain competencies and participate in quality assurance and departmental audits.

Skills

MRI

ARRT

BLS

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology (preferred)

Tools

GoRev

Clinigence Health

Job description

Job Description: Travel MRI Technologist (13-Week Contract)

Location: Little Rock, AR (72223)

Position Type: Full-Time, 13-Week Contract

Shift: Days | 3x12s (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)

Pay Rates:

• Travel Weekly Package: $2,501 – $2,950 gross/week (Includes $1,610 non-taxed weekly stipend)
• Local Hourly Rate: $60.00 – $70.00/hour

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled MRI Technologist for a 13-week travel assignment at a premier healthcare facility in Little Rock, AR. Operating within a modern emergency room (8 beds) and inpatient unit (5 beds), the MRI Tech will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional patient care and precise, high-quality diagnostic imaging.

This role offers a manageable daily volume (7–15 patients/day) in a growing, state-of-the-art facility, providing an excellent environment for focused, patient-centered care without the overwhelming burden of high-volume throughput.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• MRI Procedures: Prepare patients and equipment, execute MRI scans, and ensure precise positioning and high-quality imaging results.
• Patient Care & Safety: Explain scan procedures, address patient questions/concerns, screen for safety, and administer contrast materials as ordered.
• Technical Protocols: Select appropriate imaging techniques based on individual patient requirements and physician orders.
• Documentation: Accurately enter and monitor patient data using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems (GoRev / Clinigence Health).
• Quality Assurance: Maintain required competencies, safely operate imaging equipment, and actively participate in quality assurance, documentation, and departmental audit processes.

Non-Essential / Secondary Duties

• Maintain orderliness and stock inventory within the MRI patient care area.
• Assist the broader radiology department with emergency room needs as required.
• Assist with point-of-care (POC) lab collection and processing as needed.
• Document patient needs, emergency responses, or unusual observations, reporting promptly to appropriate clinical staff.

Candidate Qualifications & Requirements

Required:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED (Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology preferred).
• Certification: Active ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification.
• Life Support: Active BLS (Basic Life Support) certification through the American Heart Association.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of related hospital/clinical MRI experience.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have:

• Prior experience in ER, Inpatient, or Outpatient clinical settings.
• Cross-modality experience/proficiency in CT or X-Ray (XR) to support radiology colleagues in urgent situations.
• Schedule: 3x12-Hour Day Shifts (Typically 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM).
• Department Setting: Combined ER (8 beds) and Inpatient (5 beds).
• Patient Population: All age demographics (Pediatric through Geriatric).
• Expected Daily Volume: 7–15 patients per day.
• Floating Requirements: None (Dedicated MRI Tech role).

Why Apply?

• Competitive Compensation: Robust weekly travel packages or high-tier local hourly pay options.
• Manageable Workload: Work in a newly established facility with reasonable patient volumes, allowing you to provide focused, unhurried care.