About this opportunity
University of Vermont Health - UVM Medical Center lists this MRI Technologist II, FT Evenings opportunity in burlington, Vermont. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Summary:
The MRI Tech II possess an advanced skill level and can function within the MRI department, performing a variety of responsibilities.
In addition to meeting all criteria of MRI tech I, the MRI tech II performs two additional tasks within the department as laid out in the position summary.
The MRI Technologist II must adapt to changes in technology, new imaging techniques, and 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. This position 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:
Two years of MRI experience preferred.
Knowledge/Special Skills:
For staff holding an ARRT license, advanced MRI specific certification by ARRT is required.
CEcompliant 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 withcomponents 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 devicesand all devices run with a battery or Bluetooth).
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Worksite address
burlington, VT, 05405, US
Who can apply
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