
Hospital | MRI Tech
- Agency
- GHR Healthcare
- Location
- Wilkes Barre, PA
- Job type
- Travel
- Profession
- Radiologic Technologist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Aug 6, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $62.22
- Weekly
- $2,240
- Yearly (full-time)
- $116,480
- Start date
- 08/31/2026
This job pays about $62.22/hour — 70% above the median for Radiologic Technologist jobs in Pennsylvania ($36.56/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 Pennsylvania right now
- 95 open Radiologic Technologist jobs in Pennsylvania from 5 agencies, 17 of them in Wilkes Barre.
- Pay in these listings: $24.74 – $84.00/hour, median $66.72/hour.
- Typical Radiologic Technologist pay in Pennsylvania: $36.56/hour ($76,045/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($70.65/hour across 27 jobs).
Job description
Travel MRI Technologist – Hospital MRI Tech Job in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
Travel MRI tech jobs in Wilkes-Barre, PA are a great opportunity for an experienced MRI Technologist to join a hospital-based imaging team, work overnight shifts, and support patient care in a fast-paced magnetic resonance imaging department. Wilkes-Barre and the 18711 area offer a welcoming Northeastern Pennsylvania setting with convenient access to local amenities and a community-oriented atmosphere.
Job Details
- Position: Travel MRI Technologist (Travel MRI Tech)
- Setting: Hospital Imaging Department
- Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- End Date: 12/01/2026
- Assignment Length: 13 weeks
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,240 - $2,400
- Shift: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
- Shift Duration: 12 hours
- Shifts Per Week: 3
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Schedule Details: Weekend coverage required; holidays as assigned
Job Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a Level 1 trauma hospital or high-acuity hospital imaging setting
- Experience with Siemens 1.5T or 3T MRI systems, including Aera, Sola, Skyra, or Vida
- Experience with Philips MRI equipment preferred
- ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification required
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
- Ability to work overnight MRI shifts, weekends, and holidays in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Responsibilities
- Perform high-quality MRI scans in accordance with physician orders and departmental protocols
- Prepare patients for magnetic resonance imaging procedures and provide clear, compassionate communication throughout the exam
- Operate MRI equipment safely and efficiently while maintaining image quality standards
- Work collaboratively with radiologists, nurses, and the broader clinical support team
- Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized hospital imaging environment
- Document procedures accurately and support smooth workflow during overnight operations
Apply now for this Travel MRI Technologist opportunity in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania and join a hospital imaging team today.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
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