MRI Tech, eves
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital · Lee, NH · 1 mo ago
Engineering$42.26–$50.99/hrPart-time
Job Summary
Lee, NH hours: Monday-Friday, 4:00pm - 8:00pm, 20 hours per week. Located at WDH at our Lee, NH location. Sign on bonus & benefits eligible!
About the Role
Join our amazing team of MRI Technologists who work in a collaborative fast-paced environment with a focus on safe, high-quality patient care using our new Philips Blue Seal Magnets.
Essential Functions
- Ensure accurate patient identification and adherence to safety protocols in accordance with Joint Commission guidelines.
- Execute MRI scans for ambulatory, inpatient, and emergency department patients, adjusting parameters to maintain diagnostic quality and managing MRI safety in complex care environments, including adult anesthesia.
- Inserts IV catheters as needed and prepares for and performs intravenous injection of MR contrast agents, including the use of the MR-compatible power injector.
- Understands and can communicate the possible contraindications as well as monitor for and respond to adverse reactions to MR contrast agents. Records all information regarding contrast injections appropriately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Instructs patients and visitors on MRI safety procedures and ensures adherence to safety policies by all persons entering the MRI area.
- Functions as a final checkpoint, prior to scanning, for patient safety and protocol clarification per department policy. Identifies hazardous system malfunctions; secures the area and removes patients and personnel from the magnet bay during emergency situations.
- Performs scheduled quality control procedures on MRI scanner and other related equipment. Records QA results as required. Reports any potential equipment-related problems to the supervisor as necessary.
- Affords assistance to Practice Assistant and other department staff in various duties as necessary (i.e., scheduling and transporting patients, taking stock inventory, filing, etc.).
Qualifications
- MRI Registered Technologist with ARRT OR ARMRIT required upon hire.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Ability to operate complex electronic equipment and instrumentation and perform quality control procedures where appropriate.
- Ability to transfer patients to the MRI scan table and push the table from the prep room to the exam room; must lift and transfer patients to stretchers.
- Ability to provide appropriate care to various age populations.
- Ability to oversee students within the department and may be required to work with lab animals for research purposes.
- Maintains ethical standards (patient confidentiality, professional conduct, etc.).
- Utilizes departmental-specific tools to confirm contrast dosing and patient safety.
- Works collaboratively with the local MRI leadership team to ensure smooth, efficient patient flow and optimal utilization of the MRI scanners.
- Maintains effective working relationships and communication with all departmental staff and other hospital personnel.
Additional Job Details (if Applicable)
- Remote Type: Onsite
- Work Location: 65 Calef Highway
- Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20
- Employee Type: Regular
- Work Shift: Evening (United States of America)
- Pay Range: $42.26 - $50.99/Hourly
- Grade: 6
- EEO Statement: At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors.
- Mass General Brigham Competency Framework: At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.