MRI Technologist (Radiology/Cardiology)
Oakland, California
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland

Job Opportunity: Radiology / Cardiology Specialist

Location: Oakland, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Description

• Position is part of an AFSCME bargaining unit.
• Work schedule: 8-hour shifts, days or evenings.
• Must be willing and able to float to other UCSF units and facilities as needed.
• Required certifications and experience:

  • ARRT certification
  • AHA BLS certification
  • Venipuncture certification
  • Minimum 3 years of MRI experience, specifically with Philips equipment
• Competency required in at least 3 of the following 6 specialty scans:

  1. Cardiac Imaging
  2. Fetal Imaging
  3. Whole body Pediatric scans
  4. Special procedures (e.g., HIFU, DBS)
  5. Pediatric/Adult Anesthesia
  6. Breast Imaging

Required Credentials & Compliance

Certifications

• ACLS (AHA only, no placeholders) – required for specific units including Adult Cath Lab, ER/ED, ICU, PACU, etc.
• BLS (AHA only, no placeholders) – required for all clinical positions.
• PALS – required for pediatric and certain other units.
• NRP – required for L&D, ICN, Pediatric Critical Care Float Pool, Pediatric Transport.
• CHEMO – required for Oncology and Pediatric Oncology.
• TNCC – may be required for ER/ED.
• EFM – required for Labor & Delivery (AWHONN accepted).
• State License Verification – primary source verification within 30 days of start.
• NURSYS Verification – required for RNs and LPN/LVNs within 30 days of start.
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., CPI for Psych positions, NIH Stroke Certification for ED RNs).

Competency Exams

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam – passing score 80%, required within a year of start.
• Unit Specific Competency Exam – passing score 80%, required within 12 months of start.
• Core Parts I, II, III – passing score 80%, must be completed within a year prior to start and updated annually.

Background & Health Requirements

Background Checks

• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, including specific Bay Area counties regardless of residence.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start.
• Education verification or copy of diploma/transcript acceptable.
• Sex offender search required for extensions with assignment gaps over 30 days.

Health Documents

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including physician statement of fitness to work.
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start (specific mask types required), updated annually.
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years (declinations not accepted except medical exemptions).
• Two negative TB tests required: one within 1 year and one within 3 months of start, or chest X-ray if positive TB history. Annual TB questionnaire required.
• Immunizations or titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella
• Drug testing: Standard 9-panel (excluding THC) within 30 days of start, re-run every 2 years.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or facility-specific declination required annually.
• COVID-19 vaccination requirements include booster 2 and seasonal vaccination or approved exemptions.

Facility Specific Requirements

• Must complete UCSF Learning Center modules ASAP after clearance; required before working on the floor.
• Pass/Fail Medication Calculation and Telemetry exams on first day of orientation for applicable units.
• Review and initial COVID-19 preparedness, parking, uniform, and other facility policies via DocuSign prior to start.
• Wage Benefit Parity (WBP) form required pre-start for all clinical and non-clinical candidates under UC Health profiles.
• Emergency contact information and cybersecurity awareness training required.
• COVID-19 related exemption forms (religious or medical) must be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to start for approval.

Employment History & References

• Resume with last 7 years of work history required; gaps of 30 days or more must be explained.
• Two supervisory references required, preferably from the most recent employment.
• Unit-specific skills checklist updated annually.
• Work history verification for 7 years required (not required for non-clinical).

Summary

This is a 12-week travel contract position in Radiology/Cardiology requiring strong MRI experience with Philips equipment and competency in multiple specialty scans. Candidates must meet extensive certification, background, health, and facility-specific requirements to ensure compliance with UCSF standards. Flexibility to float across units and facilities is essential.