MRI Technologist
Location: Pittsfield, MA
Start Date: 02-23-2026
End Date: 05-25-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM; plus one 12-hour weekday shift Monday-Friday (time varies). Rotating evenings/weekends with on-call coverage after midnight.
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $76 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Operate GE HDXT MRI systems (16.0 and 23.0) to produce high-quality diagnostic images
- Provide attentive, compassionate patient care and ensure patient safety during scans
- Collaborate with MRI techs and tech aides to coordinate patient flow and efficient throughput
- Follow imaging protocols and safety procedures, including MRI screening and infection control
- Document exams accurately in the electronic charting system and maintain exam logs
- Participate in on-call coverage as needed and support urgent imaging requests after hours
- Assist with orientation and training activities and contribute to a positive team culture
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years current MRI experience required
- ARRT (MR) certification required
- Active Massachusetts state license required
- Current BLS (AHA) certification required
- Demonstrated experience on GE MRI systems (HDXT 16.0 and 23.0) required
- Meditech Expanse experience highly preferred
- Willingness to work weekends, evenings and take call as needed
- Traveler must have their own vehicle and include permanent address in profile
- Applicants residing within 50 miles of the facility will not be considered
Knowledge & Skills
- In-depth knowledge of MRI safety and screening procedures
- Proficiency with GE HDXT MRI operation and protocols
- Patient positioning, immobilization and comfort techniques
- Familiarity with Meditech Expanse or similar EMR/PACS workflow
- Strong communication skills for interacting with patients and clinical teams
- Ability to work collaboratively with tech aides and other imaging staff
- Time management and ability to handle a ratio of approximately 9 patients per shift
Benefits
- Supportive team environment where collaboration and patient-centered care come first
- Comprehensive onboarding with an 8-hour orientation to help you hit the ground running
- Professional development support and continuing education encouragement
- Licensure and certification tracking assistance to keep your credentials up to date
- Flexible scheduling patterns that allow for weekend-focused blocks of time
- Travel assignment experience with opportunities to see a beautiful part of Massachusetts
- A workplace that values safety and quality—part of a hospital with strong patient-safety recognition
- A role that builds your skills on GE HDXT systems and enterprise EMR exposure (Meditech Expanse)
Travel Perks: Explore Pittsfield, MA
Pittsfield sits in the beautiful Berkshires—perfect for outdoor lovers and culture fans alike. Explore hiking trails and scenic vistas at Mount Greylock State Reservation, catch live music at nearby Tanglewood in the summer, and visit world-class art at MASS MoCA in North Adams. Enjoy local museums, cozy farm-to-table restaurants, small-town charm, and easy weekend trips to nearby Connecticut, Vermont, or Albany for city amenities.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a MRI Technologist? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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