MRI Technologist

About the role

Performs MRI procedures according to protocol and age-specific needs, including patient preparation. Maintains and monitors patient environment, adheres to safety procedures and contributes to the security and maintenance of the unit.

Responsibilities

• Interfaces with patient to ascertain medical history and provides instructions and explanation of the procedure and/or exam to obtain the best possible image.
• Reviews patient charts for missed clinical information and/or consent.
• Screens patients for surgical and other implants, contrast allergies, etc.
• Obtains prior films/exams as needed and performs high quality scans to submit to the Radiologist for interpretation.
• Performs exams while attending to patient’s care before, during and following exam and notifies the appropriate party if patient’s condition changes at any time.
• Transfers images to other locations as needed.
• Coordinates scan protocols with Radiologist.
• Maintains and regularly inspects equipment and immediately reports any quality concerns as well as equipment failures or deficiencies.
• Interfaces with Lead Technologist & Center/Area Manager regarding any and all departmental concerns.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

• Operates in an environmentally controlled outpatient clinical environment.
• Potential exposure to radiation (minimized by the use of Personal Protective Equipment), bodily fluids, communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, and other conditions common to a medical office environment.
• Often requires work in cool, dimly lighted rooms.

Physical Demands

• May exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to talk and hear.
• Requires close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Technologist program.
• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification with Registry in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) or current American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT).
• Current license from state medical board (if applicable).
• Current CPR certification.

Experience

• Two plus years’ experience in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) – preferred.
• Ability to educate patients on procedures being performed.
• Detail oriented, self-motivated, a problem solver and a team player.
• Ability to navigate multiple computer screens and browsers quickly and accurately.
• Ability to excel in a very fast-paced team environment.
• Strong communication skills & professional demeanor.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 3:30 PM - 10:00 PM + rotating Saturdays 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

Pay

Position Pay Range: $37.51 - $50.00 per hour.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance.
• Company Matched 401k Plan.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.