MRI Technologist
Burlington, Vermont
The University of Vermont Medical Center

Job Opportunity: MRI Tech (Radiology / Cardiology)

Location: Burlington, Vermont
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 32 weeks

Job Description

• Urgent need with ASAP start
• Schedule: No call, 1-2 weekends per month, must be flexible
• Distance measured as straight line, not driving distance
• Teaching hospital experience required
• Must be flexible with schedule; no block schedules allowed
• Bi-weekly orientations on Mondays
• Reliable personal or rental vehicle strongly recommended due to lack of public transportation; vehicles should have all-season or snow tires from November to April

Requirements

• Licenses/Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) required
  • ARRT or ARMRIT license required
  • MR advanced licensure required
  • ACLS and PALS certifications may be required depending on unit/job description
• Experience:

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in specialty (Radiology / Cardiology)
  • Phillips MRI equipment experience required
  • Epic experience within the past 2 years is required and non-negotiable
  • Prior travel experience preferred (not strictly required)
• Additional:

  • All employment gaps over 90 days must be explained
  • Complete and detailed work history required (including bed count, EMR, facility type, etc.)

Compliance & Documentation

• Background check within 30 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• Education verification based on highest degree relevant to the job
• National tech certification verification within 30 days of assignment start
• Vermont Adult and Child Abuse Registry consent form required
• COVID-19 related documentation and vaccination attestation required (including flu vaccine or exemption during flu season)
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• N95 Fit Test required prior to assignment and updated annually
• Immunizations required: Tdap, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Varicella, Hepatitis B (or declination), TB test (PPD, QGold, or TSPOT within past 12 months)
• Drug testing may be required depending on facility location
• Skills checklist within 12 months and 2 professional references from assignments within 3 years
• Employment application and work history verification for the past 2 years required

Facility Specific Notes

• Must complete EPIC and Cornerstone training modules prior to start
• Photo for badge required (passport style, plain background, no logos or hats)
• Auto insurance required if using personal or rental vehicle
• Must review dress code and telephone usage policies prior to start
• COVID testing protocol on Day 1 of work may be required
• Various facility-specific forms and attestations must be completed in a timely manner

Important Considerations

• Public transportation is not accessible in the area; reliable transportation is essential
• Vehicle must be equipped for winter conditions (Nov-April)
• No block scheduling allowed; must be available Monday through Sunday as needed

This position is ideal for MRI Technologists with at least 1 year of experience, Phillips MRI equipment expertise, and recent Epic system experience, who are flexible and able to work in a teaching hospital environment.