MRI Tech Aide

About the role

Work just two 12-hour shifts each week
Consistent weekend schedule (Saturday & Sunday)
Three-day workweek equivalent with five weekdays free
Free on-site parking
Uniforms and uniform allowance
Profit Sharing Plan
Work alongside experienced MRI Technologists and subspecialized radiologists
Opportunities for career growth within diagnostic imaging
Collaborative, patient-first work environment

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and explain MRI procedures with professionalism and compassion
• Prepare patients for their MRI examinations
• Aid patients with safe transfers on and off the MRI table
• Ensure patient comfort, modesty, and safety throughout their visit
• Start IV access prior to contrast-enhanced MRI examinations (when qualified)
• Prepare MRI suites for scheduled examinations
• Maintain an organized, efficient imaging environment
• Aid technologists with patient flow throughout the day
• Help keep exam schedules running smoothly and efficiently
• Cookpilot imaging orders
• Communicate with physician offices to clarify MRI orders
• Verify exam details including body part, laterality, and contrast requirements
• Request updated or corrected physician orders when needed
• Help ensure exams are accurately scheduled and performed
• Deliver exceptional service
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered service throughout each interaction
• Communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and coworkers
• Support a positive, collaborative team environment
• Maintain patient confidentiality while following HIPAA and organizational policies

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current BLS certification
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, patient-focused approach
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment

Preferred

• One or more years of experience in a medical or radiology office
• Experience starting IVs
• Experience as a: Medical Assistant, MRI or CT Tech Aide, Emergency Department Technician, EMT or Paramedic, Nursing Student (after completion of first clinical rotation)

What Success Looks Like

• Confidently support MRI Technologists throughout the patient care process
• Accurately clarify physician orders and resolve scheduling questions
• Prepare MRI suites efficiently for daily operations
• Deliver compassionate, professional service to every patient
• Become a trusted and dependable member of the MRI team

Who Thrives Here

• Someone who enjoys helping patients feel comfortable during medical procedures
• Pays close attention to detail
• Communicates confidently with physicians, patients, and coworkers
• Stays organized while managing multiple priorities
• Enjoys working behind the scenes to keep operations running smoothly
• Wants to build a career in diagnostic imaging or healthcare

Why Fairfax Radiology Centers?

For more than 60 years, Fairfax Radiology Centers has been Northern Virginia's trusted leader in outpatient diagnostic imaging.

With 20 outpatient imaging centers

More than 110 subspecialized radiologists

Over 700 employees

State-of-the-art imaging technology

A culture built around teamwork, compassion, and clinical excellence

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision & life insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Profit sharing plan
• Uniforms and uniform allowance
• Free on-site parking

Compensation

Based on your qualifications and experience, the compensation range for this position is: $20.40 - $27.60 per hour