MRI Technician

UVM Health Network - Central Vermont Medical Center; Berlin (VT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health Network - Central Vermont Medical Center is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform advanced MRI procedures under the direction of Radiology leadership. The role may involve cross-training in additional diagnostic imaging modalities to meet department needs.

Applicants should hold an advanced MRI certification and be prepared to work independently for imaging tasks, including on-call coverage within the first six weeks of hire.

Qualifications

• Advanced MRI certification required.
• Cross-training in more than one diagnostic imaging modality encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI imaging procedures with minimal supervision.
• Cross-train in other diagnostic imaging modalities as needed.
• Assist with on-call imaging responsibilities as required.

Skills

MRI operation

Cross-training

Education

MRI Certification

Tools

MRI equipment

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

At the administrative direction of the Director / Operations Supervisor, and the clinical direction of the Radiologist / Team Leader independently performs procedures MRI imaging with minimum supervision. Position may require the flexibility to cross train in other Diagnostic Imaging modalities based upon departmental staffing needs.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE

On the job training will be performed under the supervision of a radiologist. Employees who are cross-trained in more than one DI modality are responsible for all aspects of the job descriptions in each separate modality. Competencies in each modality must be kept at adequate levels of performance for each area, and necessary documentation, including certification renewals, must take place on a yearly basis.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Advanced MRI Certification Required.

EXPERIENCE

On the job training: six months to a year to become a proficiently trained MRI technologist. Two months to become accountable for independent imaging requirements. Certified MRI technologist proficient and able to work independently as well as cover responsibilities associated with on call imaging within six weeks of hire.