Travel MRI Technologist - $2,817 per week

About the role

Travel MRI Technologist position in Rochester, New York. Start date: November 16, 2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Full-time travel assignment, 40 hours per week on 8‑hour evening shifts (10:00–18:00). The MRI Technologist performs magnetic resonance imaging procedures to assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment, prepares patients, operates MRI scanners, ensures image quality, and maintains patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI equipment to produce diagnostic images of specific parts of the body.
• Screen patients for contraindications to MRI procedures (e.g., pacemakers, implants).
• Explain procedures and answer patient questions to ensure comfort and cooperation.
• Position patients correctly and use immobilization devices when necessary.
• Administer contrast materials as needed and monitor patient response.
• Maintain accurate patient records, including documenting procedures and patient histories.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including magnetic field safety protocols.
• Monitor and maintain MRI equipment; report any malfunctions or maintenance needs.
• Collaborate with radiologists and other healthcare staff to interpret images and provide optimal care.
• Adhere to hospital, state, and federal regulations regarding imaging procedures and patient care.
• Maintain continuing education and certification/licensure as required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Radiologic Technology or a related field.
• Completion of an accredited MRI technologist training program.
• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in MRI or equivalent (e.g., ARMRIT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Licensing Requirements by State

Licensing requirements for MRI technologists vary across the U.S. Most states that require licensure align with ARRT credentials or require a state exam.

States Requiring State Licensure or Certification

• California – state certification through CDPH‑RHB
• Texas – licensure through the Texas Medical Board
• Florida – licensure through the Florida Department of Health
• New York – licensing through NYS Department of Health
• Massachusetts – licensure for MRI technologists
• New Jersey – licensing through the NJ Department of Environmental Protection
• Oregon – licensure through Oregon Board of Medical Imaging
• West Virginia, Arkansas, Kentucky, Maine, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee – require state licenses and typically accept ARRT credentials

States Not Requiring State Licensure

These states do not mandate state‑level licensure, though employers generally require ARRT or ARMRIT certification:

• Alabama, Alaska, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Work Environment

Hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, diagnostic labs. May require evening, weekend, or on‑call shifts. Requires ability to lift and move patients and stand for long periods.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus

Schedule

40 hours per week, 8‑hour evening shifts (10:00–18:00), 13‑week assignment starting November 16, 2026.