MRI Technologist - Radiology
Location: Pittsfield, MA
Start Date: 09-03-2026
End Date: 12-03-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Saturday-Sunday, 7:00 AM - 11:30 PM (weekend day/evening shifts; on-call coverage after midnight as needed — must be willing to work evenings, weekends and take call)
Hours per Week: 32
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
- Perform high-quality MRI scans using GE HDXT 16.0 and 23.0 systems to support accurate diagnoses
- Position patients safely and comfortably while following established safety and imaging protocols
- Collaborate with a tech aide or fellow MRI technologist; ensure seamless team handoffs
- Manage a patient load efficiently (approximately 9 patients per shift) while maintaining care standards
- Document procedures and maintain accurate patient records in the facility’s systems
- Respond to on-call needs and assist with after-midnight coverage when required
- Adhere to all facility policies, infection control practices, and safety regulations
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years current MRI experience (required)
- ARRT (MR) certification (required)
- Active Massachusetts state radiologic technologist license (required)
- Current American Heart Association BLS (required)
- Hands-on experience with GE HDXT MRI systems (required)
- Meditech Expanse experience highly preferred
- Reliable transportation (traveler must have own vehicle) and permanent address included in profile
- Willingness to work weekends, evenings and participate in on-call rotation
- Provide a supervisory signed reference from within the past two years
Knowledge & Skills
- Thorough knowledge of MRI safety and patient positioning
- Proficiency operating GE HDXT 16.0 and 23.0 MRI scanners
- Familiarity with Meditech Expanse and electronic health record workflows
- Strong patient communication and bedside manner
- Ability to follow imaging protocols and troubleshoot common scanner issues
- Documentation accuracy, QA practices and attention to detail
- Teamwork skills — collaborating effectively with tech aides and other imaging staff
- Comfort with variable, weekend-heavy schedules and on-call responsibilities
Benefits
- Supportive team environment where your skills are valued and you’re never working alone
- Structured orientation to get you up to speed (8 hours non-billable orientation included)
- Professional development support and encouragement to maintain your certifications
- Flexible scheduling transparency — requested time off must be provided at submission so scheduling is clear
- Licensure and credential guidance to help you stay compliant in Massachusetts
- Convenient access to a full-service hospital system with advanced imaging technology
- A workplace that prioritizes patient safety and quality — join a team with top safety ratings
Travel Perks: Explore Pittsfield, MA
Explore the beautiful Berkshires while on assignment: hike Mount Greylock for panoramic views, visit world-class cultural spots like MASS MoCA in nearby North Adams, catch performances or concerts in Lenox and Tanglewood, enjoy local farm-to-table dining and charming small-town shops, and take weekend trips to ski resorts, lakes and scenic state parks. Pittsfield is a great base for outdoor adventures, arts, and weekend escapes.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a MRI Technologist - Radiology? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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