MRI Technologist - Per Diem

University of Vermont Health Network; New Jersey; On-site; USD 54,000 - 86,000; Part time

Job summary

UVMMC Medical Center in Burlington, VT seeks an MRI Tech I for per diem coverage in the Magnetic Resonance department. The technologist performs complex MRI exams on varying magnet strengths while following safety protocols and under radiologist supervision.

Qualifications include graduation from a CAHEA/JRCT-approved Radiologic Technology program; ARRT/ARMRIT/NMTCB MRI certification preferred, plus BLS; two years radiology imaging experience preferred. This is a per diem, unionized position.

Qualifications

• Graduate from CAHEA/JRCT-approved Radiologic Technology program.
• Certified by ARRT, ARMRIT, or NMTCB; MRI cert preferred.
• Two years of radiology imaging experience; cross-sectional imaging preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex MRI exams on varying strength magnets with safe imaging practices.
• Operate under radiologist supervision and MRI supervisor, ensuring patient comfort and safety.

Skills

BLS certification

ARRT MRI Certification

Cross-sectional anatomy

MRI safety

Education

Radiologic Technology program graduate

ARRT MRI Certification preferred

Job description

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus

Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont

Regular

Department: Magnetic Resonance

Per Diem (position has no committed hours and is not benefit eligible)

Standard Hours: 0

Biweekly Scheduled Hours: 0

Shift: Variable

Primary Shift: Variable - Variable

Weekend Needs: As Scheduled

Salary Range: Min $39.39 Mid $50.76 Max $62.12

The status of this position is per diem, which means there are no “set” or committed hours.

An MRI Tech I is responsible for performing complex MRI exams on varying strength magnets using powerful magnetic fields combined with radiofrequency waves. The MRI Technologist 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 Technologist 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 preferred.

Experience :
Two years of Radiology imaging experience, cross sectional imaging and/or computer assistedimaging preferred.

Knowledge/Special Skills :
For staff holding an ARRT license (not in MRI), Advanced MRI specific certification by ARRT isrequired within 2 years of hire within the MRI department. CE compliant according to governingbody guidelines. BLS certified. Technical knowledge and expertise in cross sectional anatomybeneficial, not required.

Per Diem Status :

Coverage of a per diem employee ensures appropriate staffing levels during planned and unforeseen absences of staff and maintains patient access, keeping schedules and our services running smoothly.

To be a per diem bargaining unit employee in an Imaging Technologist cost center,the following minimum scheduled work commitments must be met:

1. A minimum of three hundred (300) hours per calendar year. For per diem bargaining unit employees in Imaging Technologist cost centers, up to fifty (50) hours worked per calendar year outside of UVMMC in a position that is the same as or substantially similar to their position at UVMMC may be credited to this commitment.
2. The total hours must include a minimum of one (1) eight-hour holiday shift per calendar year.

This is a bargaining union position.