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GHR HealthcareRichmond, VATravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Richmond, VA
Job type
Travel
Profession
Radiologic Technologist
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Sep 17, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$55.69
Weekly
$2,005
Yearly (full-time)
$104,260
Contract length
16 weeks
Start date
9/28/2026

This job pays about $55.69/hour — 44% above the median for Radiologic Technologist jobs in Virginia ($38.78/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, 36 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 Virginia right now

  • 152 open Radiologic Technologist jobs in Virginia from 5 agencies, 40 of them in Richmond.
  • Pay in these listings: $20.00 – $87.09/hour, median $67.71/hour.
  • Typical Radiologic Technologist pay in Virginia: $38.78/hour ($80,662/year, BLS).
  • Highest median pay: Atlas MedStaff ($69.39/hour across 41 jobs).

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Job description

Travel MRI Technologist Job in Richmond, VA 23226

Travel MRI Technologist opportunity in Richmond, Virginia: join a collaborative hospital radiology team and provide high-quality diagnostic imaging in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.

This travel MRI Technologist job offers the chance to work in a respected healthcare setting while enjoying Richmond’s historic charm, vibrant dining, riverfront trails, and welcoming community energy. If you’re an experienced MRI Technologist looking for your next healthcare travel job, apply now.

Job Details

  • Position: MRI Technologist
  • Employment Type: Travel
  • Setting: Hospital-based MRI department
  • Location: Richmond, VA 23226
  • Start Date: 9/28/2026
  • Contract Duration: 16 weeks
  • Shift: 12-hour nights, 3 shifts per week; Friday-Sunday blocked; no call
  • Hours per Week: 36
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930 - $2,080

Job Requirements

  • 1+ year of MRI experience in a hospital setting required
  • ARRT certification and registration in Diagnostic Radiology with Advanced MRI Registry (MR) required, or must be obtained within 1 year of hire
  • BLS certification from the American Heart Association required before direct patient care
  • Associate’s degree from an ARRT-accredited program preferred
  • Experience with EPIC and PACS preferred
  • Strong knowledge of MRI safety, patient screening, and diagnostic imaging workflows
  • Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills

Responsibilities

  • Perform MRI procedures according to established protocols and physician orders
  • Operate MRI systems, coils, gating devices, and related imaging equipment safely and effectively
  • Screen patients for metal safety, explain procedures, and prepare patients for imaging
  • Administer IV injections and contrast agents as ordered
  • Monitor patient comfort, safety, and condition throughout the exam
  • Manipulate images and perform quality assurance checks to ensure accurate results
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues and report malfunctions promptly
  • Support onboarding, education, and supervision of new staff and MRI students
  • Maintain controlled access to MRI zones and follow all safety and infection-control standards

Apply now for this Travel MRI Technologist opportunity in Richmond, Virginia, and join a healthcare team committed to exceptional patient care.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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