Cardiac MRI Tech- OutPatient- Part-time Days

About Us

JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital—a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people. Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network, with specialties ranging from primary care to general surgery and trauma. Our goal is to provide high-quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.

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About the Role

The Cardiac MRI Technologist performs specialized cardiac MRI procedures to produce high-quality diagnostic images for the evaluation of cardiac function, viability, cardiomyopathy, congenital heart disease, and vascular conditions. This role utilizes advanced cardiac imaging techniques, ECG gating methods, and post-processing applications to ensure image quality and diagnostic accuracy. The technologist screens and monitors patients throughout procedures, administers contrast media, and collaborates with Radiologists, Cardiologists, and other healthcare professionals to support patient care.

Responsibilities

• Performs cardiac MRI procedures as ordered, including cardiac function, viability, cardiomyopathy, and vascular imaging, following written protocols.
• Utilizes appropriate acquisition techniques, imaging protocols, and ECG gating methods to ensure diagnostic image quality.
• Monitors ECG waveforms during procedures, identifies rhythm irregularities, and adjusts to optimize image quality.
• Obtains high-quality cardiac MRI images using ECG gating, breath-hold techniques, and cardiac-specific imaging sequences.
• Assists Radiologists and Cardiologists in completing cardiac MRI studies, including viability, functional assessment, cardiomyopathy, congenital heart, and vascular imaging.
• Monitors patients for changes in condition, cardiac rhythm irregularities, or contrast-related reactions and escalates concerns appropriately.
• Positions patients appropriately using immobilization and protective equipment as directed.
• Reviews, manipulates, and evaluates images to deliver high-quality diagnostic images, including post-processing at remote workstations.
• Screens and interviews patients using the MRI Patient Clinical Assessment Form.
• Administers IV contrast according to department policy and documents dosage in the permanent record.
• Performs routine non-cardiac MRI exams in addition to cardiac MRI exams.
• Utilizes Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), and other department-specific software applications.
• Participates in the equitable distribution of departmental workload assignments to support efficient operations and optimal patient care.
• Performs duties in various clinical environments and locations, adapting to changing operational needs.

This job description is not all-inclusive and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of JCERT-approved school of Radiology Technology or ACR-approved training course.
• 3+ years of experience working as an MRI Technologist.
• 2+ years of experience in MRI Cardiac Imaging, including ECG gating, contrast administration, and cardiac MRI protocols.
• Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in MRI, American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT), or MRI certification eligible (must obtain within 12 months of hire).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC), required by the first day of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified by the State of Texas as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).
• Associate degree in Radiologic Sciences.

Schedule

Part-time, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM.

Location

Viola Pitts/Como Health Center
4701 Bryant Irvin Road N.
Fort Worth, Texas, 76107
United States