Travel MRI Technologist - $2,310 per week

TotalMed Inc.; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Guaranteed Hours

Continuing Education

401k retirement plan

Sick pay

Wellness and fitness programs

Referral bonus

Medical benefits

Employee assistance programs

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Benefits start day 1

Job summary

TotalMed Allied is seeking a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist for a travel assignment in Longview, WA. The 13-week engagement requires ARRT MR or ARMRIT certification, 1 year of MRI experience, BLS, and state licensing as needed. You will perform MRI procedures, ensure safety, and support radiology staff.

The role offers 40 hours weekly, nights shift, and a travel-friendly environment with competitive pay and a tax-free stipend, with benefits and weekly pay through TotalMed Allied.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year of MRI experience.
• BLS, ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT with registration in magnetic resonance imaging.
• State-specific licensing when required.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods; bend, lean or stoop.
• Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.
• 2 years experience (as noted in Requirements*).

Responsibilities

• Confirm patient identification, review imaging requests and explain imaging procedures.
• Screen patients for MRI safety prior to procedure.
• Position patients for MRI scans using immobilization and protective equipment.
• Assist radiologist with MRI procedures.
• Start IVs and administer contrast per protocol.
• Evaluate MRI scans for technical quality and label sequences.
• Load and operate power injectors for contrast media.
• Follow safety procedures when working with radiation.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Understand and use the McKesson PACS system.

Skills

1 year MRI experience

Safety protocol adherence

Patient communication

Anatomy knowledge

Medical terminology

Education

ARRT (MR) certification

BLS certification

ARMRIT certification

State-specific licensing

Tools

McKesson PACS system

Job description

TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel MRI Technologist for a travel job in Longview, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: MRI Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

We are looking for a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (MRI Tech) for an immediate travel opening in Longview, WA. The right MRI Tech must have 1 year of experience. Read below for additional requirements.

Tasks

• Confirm patient identification, review imaging requests and explain imaging procedures to patients providing reassurance and support as required
• Screen patients for MRI safety prior to procedure performance
• Correctly interpret doctors' written instructions
• Position patients for MRI scans using immobilization and protective equipment to comply with government regulations and to ensure the safety of patients and staff
• Assist radiologist with procedure performance
• Start I.V.s, administer contrast media as directed and per protocol
• Evaluate MRI scans for technical quality, collate processed images and sequence of exposure and label appropriately
• Load and operate power injectors for contrast media administration
• Follow safety procedures when working with radiation
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Understand and use the McKesson PACS system

Requirements

Must have 1 year of experience. Must have BLS, ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT National Certification with registration in magnetic resonance imaging, and state-specific licensing when required. MRI Techs should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.

Requirements*: ARRT (MR), BLS, 2 Years

* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1542457. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: MRI Technologists - MRI Tech RAD - Travel

About TotalMed Allied

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.

TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Medical benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1