MRI Tech in Metairie, Louisiana
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Metairie, LA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,615/Per Week
- Profession
- Radiologic Technologist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $65.38
- Weekly
- $2,615
- Yearly (full-time)
- $135,980
- Schedule
- 5 × 8-hour shifts
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $65.38/hour — 114% above the median for Radiologic Technologist jobs in Louisiana ($30.61/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Radiologic Technologist jobs in Louisiana right now
- 26 open Radiologic Technologist jobs in Louisiana from 3 agencies, 6 of them in Metairie.
- Pay in these listings: $56.08 – $87.58/hour, median $78.91/hour.
- Typical Radiologic Technologist pay in Louisiana: $30.61/hour ($63,669/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($82.73/hour across 18 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
This 13-week travel assignment is for an MRI Technologist supporting radiology and cardiology services in Metairie, Louisiana. You will perform MRI procedures on a daytime schedule, work with Siemens equipment, start IVs, and provide safe, attentive care as patients prepare for and complete their exams. The assignment includes rotating overnight and weekend call, along with weekend and holiday coverage. Hunter green scrubs are required.
Weather:
Metairie typically offers mild, comfortable conditions at this time of year, with warm afternoons, pleasant evenings, and occasional rain. Lightweight layers and a light rain jacket are useful for exploring the area.
Fun Things To Do:
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Local outing: Explore Metairie’s dining, shopping, and entertainment options.
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Outdoor activity: Spend a relaxing day enjoying nearby parks and open-air recreation.
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Day trip: Discover attractions and cultural experiences in the greater New Orleans area.
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Day trip: Take a scenic excursion to a nearby Louisiana destination.
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Local experience: Sample regional cuisine and enjoy the area’s lively evening atmosphere.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Metairie, Louisiana
Shift: Day shift, 5x8 hours, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
Duration: 13 weeks, 40 hours per week
Requirements: Two years of experience, ARRT, BLS, LSRT, and the ability to start IVs. Rotating overnight and weekend call, weekend coverage, and holiday coverage are required.
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