Location: Richmond, VA

Start Date: 10-11-2025

End Date: 01-10-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating schedule (may include weekdays and weekends), 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM (Evening shift)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $77 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Operate MRI scanners (3T and 1.5T) safely and efficiently to produce high-quality diagnostic images
• Coordinate with radiologists and clinical teams to ensure accurate exam protocols and timely results
• Provide compassionate patient care—screening, positioning, and educating patients before and during scans
• Maintain accurate imaging records in PACS and document procedures in the EMR (Meditech / GE Centricity)
• Troubleshoot basic scanner issues and escalate technical problems when necessary
• Adhere to radiation safety and MRI safety protocols to protect patients and staff
• Support unit flow by managing a high daily scan volume (15–20 scans/day) and multitasking under pressure

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of current MRI experience (required)
• Experience with PACS and EMR systems—Meditech and GE Centricity experience is a plus
• Siemens MRI experience preferred (candidates with Siemens experience will be considered first)
• Current state licensure/certification as required (ARRT(MR) or equivalent preferred)
• Strong patient communication skills and ability to manage a fast-paced workload
• Ability to work evenings and provide occasional weekend/on-call coverage

Education

• Completion of an accredited MRI or Radiologic Technology program preferred
• ARRT(MR) certification or state-equivalent credentials preferred/required as applicable

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficient in MRI scanner operation (3T and 1.5T)
• Familiarity with PACS and image management workflows
• Working knowledge of Meditech and GE Centricity EMR systems
• Strong patient screening and safety practices specific to MRI
• Excellent multitasking and adaptability in a busy radiology environment
• Team-oriented communication and collaboration with radiologists and technologists

Benefits

• Generous travel assignment perks including housing support and travel reimbursement
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage options
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help you stay current
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• Continuing education support to grow your skills and certifications
• A supportive team environment that values your expertise and work-life balance
• Referral bonus program to reward you for great teammates
• Flexible scheduling for work/life fit during the 13-week assignment

Travel Perks: Explore Richmond, VA

Explore Richmond’s vibrant local scene during your 13-week assignment: take scenic walks or paddle along the James River Park System, browse boutique shops and cafes in Carytown, visit the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, stroll the historic streets and Monument Avenue, relax at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, and enjoy a growing craft brewery and dining scene. Weekend trips to Colonial Williamsburg, Charlottesville wine country, or a roughly two-hour drive to the beaches or Washington, D.C. make Richmond a great home base for adventures.

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