MRI Technologist II or III

UVM Health - UVM Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health - UVM Medical Center in Burlington, VT is seeking an MRI Tech III who brings advanced MRI skills to the radiology department. The candidate will perform complex imaging and support safe workflows in the MRI suite.

The role requires progressive MR experience, strong knowledge of MRI physics, and the ability to adapt to new technologies while ensuring patient safety, including those with implants. Under supervision of Radiologist and MRI Supervisor, this position emphasizes

Qualifications

• Graduate from school of Radiologic Technology approved by CAHEA/JRCT.
• ARRT MRI Certification required.
• 5 years progressive clinical MR experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced MRI procedures and four additional advanced responsibilities within the department as laid out in the position summary.

Skills

MRI safety

Cross-sectional anatomy

Knowledge of MRI physics

Independent judgment

BLS certified

Education

ARRT MRI Certification

CAHEA/JRCT approval

Job description

Job Summary

The MRI Tech III possess an advanced skill level and can function within the MRI department, performing a variety of responsibilities and additional tasks. In addition to meeting all the criteria of an MRI tech II, the MRI tech III performs four additional advanced responsibilities within the department as laid out in the position summary below. The MRI Technologist III must adapt to changes in technology, new imaging techniques, safe and effective imaging practices for patients with and without medical implants. These implants include pacemakers, nerve stimulation devices and electronic pumps that can cause severe injury and or death within the MRI environment. This position requires independent judgement, a comprehensive knowledge of MRI physics, biological effects to human tissue, medical implants and the ability to enforce MRI safety. The candidate must possess inherent compassion for patients with claustrophobia and provide mechanisms to assist the patient in overcoming their discomfort. The MRI Tech III operates under the general supervision of the Radiologist and the MRI Supervisor.

Education

Graduate from school of Radiologic Technology approved by CAHEA/JRCT. Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), ARMRIT, or certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), ARRT MRI Certification required.

Experience

5 years of progressive clinical experience in MR. Demonstrated superior technical knowledge and expertise in cross sectional anatomy.

Knowledge/Special Skills

For staff holding an ARRT license, advanced MRI specific certification by ARRT is required. CE compliant according to governing body guidelines. BLS certified.

Safety Requirements for Employment in the MRI Department

MRI scanners use strong magnetic fields to obtain images. All staff working in the MRI department must be screened prior to hiring to ensure their safety in the work environment. Medical implants with components that are not permitted into the magnetic field may restrict an applicant from working in the environment safely. The medical implants that should be considered prior to application include, but may not be limited to, all electronic devices (e.g., pumps, pacemakers, hearing devices and all devices run with a battery or Bluetooth).