Travel MRI Tech Job in Salem, VA | Evenings (5x8)

Lewisgale Medical Center Salem, VA
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Travel
MRI Tech in Salem, VA
Weekly Pay
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$2,998
Specialty
MRI Tech
Travel · Allied
Shift
Evenings
5×8 hrs
Start Date
09/07
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This travel MRI Tech job in Salem, VA with Advantis Medical is a 13-week travel MRI Tech contract at Lewisgale Medical Center. This role pays $2,998 per week and follows a Evenings shift with a 5x8 schedule. Read more

In this travel MRI Tech job, you will support patient care through specialty-specific clinical services, perform assessments and treatments within your scope of practice, document patient progress, operate relevant medical equipment, and collaborate with physicians and the broader care team to help deliver quality patient outcomes.

Advantis Medical supports travel clinicians with personalized recruiter guidance, fast and straightforward onboarding, complimentary licensing support, and benefits that start on Day 1. Start your application today to learn more about this travel MRI Tech job in Salem, VA and other assignments available nationwide. Read less

Job Details

  • Facility: Lewisgale Medical Center
  • Location: Salem, VA 24153
    Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
  • Contract Length: 13 Weeks
  • Shift: Evenings (5x8)
  • EMR System: Meditech

Responsibilities

  • Screen patients, visitors, and equipment for MRI safety, including implants and ferromagnetic objects
  • Position patients and select the appropriate coils and imaging sequences for each study
  • Administer gadolinium contrast when ordered, following facility protocol
  • Obtain diagnostic-quality images, adjusting parameters to manage motion and artifacts, and provide completed studies to radiologists

Travel MRI Tech Requirements:

  • 2+ years of recent MRI Tech experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Virginia and national regulatory bodies.

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FAQs – Travel MRI Tech Jobs Near Salem, VA

What certifications are required for travel MRI Tech jobs?

Most travel MRI Tech jobs require current ARRT certification and registration in Magnetic Resonance—ARRT (MR). Some facilities may also accept an ARMRIT credential.

Assignments commonly require BLS certification, documented MR safety training, and a state imaging license where applicable. Submit an “I’m Interested” form, and a recruiter can confirm the complete credential and licensing requirements for the assignment.

What experience do facilities look for in a travel MRI Tech?

Experience requirements vary by assignment, but facilities generally look for recent experience performing MRI examinations independently on the scanner strengths and platforms used at the facility.

Depending on the position, preferred experience may include neuro, spine, musculoskeletal, body, vascular, or contrast-enhanced MRI. Facilities may also look for experience with implant screening, MR safety procedures, claustrophobic patients, or medically complex cases.

Is Salem a good location for travel MRI Tech jobs?
Yes. Salem is often a strong market for travel MRI Tech jobs due to consistent healthcare demand, a mix of hospital and outpatient settings, and competitive weekly pay packages. Many travelers choose Salem for its balance of career growth and lifestyle perks.
Where can I find other travel MRI Tech jobs near Salem, Virginia?

Explore the similar jobs section to compare additional travel MRI Tech assignments. Travel jobs are sorted by distance from Salem, making it easy to view other nearby available opportunities.

You can submit an “I’m Interested” request for each job that matches your preferences. Expressing interest in multiple jobs can give you more options.

How quickly do travel MRI Tech jobs fill in Salem, Virginia?
Travel MRI Tech jobs in Salem can be competitive, especially in high-demand specialties or desirable locations. Openings often move quickly once candidates are submitted, so having your profile ready and applying when you see a strong match can improve your chances of landing the assignment you want.
What do CT and IR techs handle at LewisGale Medical Center in Salem?
CT and IR techs handle emergency imaging at LewisGale's Level II Trauma Center, which staffs 24/7 in-house trauma surgeons in the Roanoke Valley.
How busy is cardiac work at LewisGale Medical Center?
Cardiovascular services and an ACC-accredited Chest Pain Center bring cath-lab and cardiovascular techs cardiac work, with charting on Meditech.
What neuroscience work would travelers find at LewisGale?
Neuro-interventional and IR techs work complex cases across a neuroscience program spanning neurosurgery, aneurysm, epilepsy, and stroke care at this teaching hospital.

Benefits

  • Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
  • Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
  • Weekly Direct Deposit
  • $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral

Explore Salem, VA

Just west of Roanoke in Virginia's Blue Ridge, Salem carries an outsized clinical footprint, with LewisGale Medical Center and the Salem VA Medical Center serving both veteran and civilian populations. Regional networks lean on allied clinicians to keep coverage in place inside rehab centers and diagnostic labs across the market. The surrounding road network connects easily to Roanoke, Lynchburg, and Blacksburg, opening flexible housing without cutting clinicians off from assignment sites. Working this western Virginia market means adapting to an established, heavily used medical system. The Blue Ridge Mountains frame the broader setting, while Salem's clinical demand stays rooted in its concentrated institutional base and its draw across the wider Roanoke Valley.

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At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for clinicians. We are dedicated to connecting clinicians with the best travel jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in clinician care—not only by securing your first job but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.

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