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Travel MRI Technologist – MRI Tech Contract in Petersburg, Virginia

Apply now for a 13-week travel MRI Technologist job in Petersburg, Virginia. Join a collaborative hospital imaging team providing safe, high-quality MRI services for emergency department and inpatient patients using advanced imaging equipment, established protocols, and multidisciplinary clinical care. Petersburg offers a welcoming central Virginia community with convenient access to Richmond and the region’s historic and outdoor attractions.

Travel MRI Technologist Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,150–$2,310
• Assignment Type: Travel contract
• Healthcare Job Location: Petersburg, Virginia
• Start Date: October 26, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Schedule: Day shift, approximately 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Tuesday through Friday
• Shift Duration: 10-hour day shifts
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Call: No call
• Typical Workload: Approximately 10 MRI scans per shift
• Patient Population: Emergency department and inpatient patients ranging from neonates through geriatrics

MRI Technologist Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of MRI Technologist experience in a hospital setting
• ARRT certification and registration in Radiography with an Advanced MRI Registry (MR); MRI registry must be obtained within one year of hire if not already held
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or an approved source prior to providing direct patient care
• Knowledge of MRI workflows, protocols, equipment operation, and MRI safety practices
• Ability to safely screen patients for metal and other MRI contraindications
• Ability to perform IV injections and administer MRI contrast agents according to applicable policies and protocols
• Strong critical-thinking, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Associate degree from an ARRT-accredited program preferred
• EPIC and Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) experience preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment, follow infection-control procedures, and meet the physical demands of patient positioning and MRI equipment operation

MRI Technologist Responsibilities

• Perform MRI examinations according to established protocols and physician orders.
• Select appropriate pulse sequences, scan parameters, surface coils, and physiologic gating devices to optimize image quality.
• Verify patient identity, history, exam information, and required documentation before beginning procedures.
• Explain MRI procedures clearly, obtain applicable consent, and promote patient comfort, privacy, and safety.
• Apply MRI safety principles, maintain controlled access to restricted MRI areas, and thoroughly screen patients and accompanying individuals for safety risks.
• Administer contrast when indicated, monitor patients during procedures, and promptly report changes in condition.
• Manipulate and evaluate images using available computer functions to achieve diagnostic-quality results.
• Perform quality-control testing and support ongoing maintenance of department quality standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues when appropriate and report malfunctions to the responsible service or radiology leadership team.
• Collaborate with radiologists, other imaging professionals, nursing teams, and clinical departments to support efficient patient care.
• Document procedures, unusual events, and relevant patient information accurately while maintaining confidentiality.
• Contribute to the orientation of new staff, education of students, and departmental performance-improvement initiatives.

Apply now to join this Virginia healthcare imaging team as a Travel MRI Technologist in Petersburg.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.