MRI Technologist
Qualified applicants may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $5,000 and relocation assistance, if applicable.
About the Role
As an MRI Technologist, you will perform diagnostic MRI exams on patients using specialized equipment. You will work closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of imaging techniques, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
This is a 4x10’s day shift role, with shifts running Monday through Friday and variable start times. Caregivers in this role will be expected to participate in both call and holiday rotations. Applicants may be hired at a Level I or Level II, depending on experience and qualifications.
Responsibilities
- Maintains American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions.
- Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
- Performs exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality, clarity, and accuracy.
- Adheres to MRI safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment.
- Completes studies within acceptable time limits without compromising patient care or quality.
- Assists and instructs students and other MRI Techs in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.
- Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns.
- Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
- Understands and operates equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images.
- Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions.
- Follows protocols for medical necessity, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures.
Skills
- Anatomy knowledge
- Image evaluation
- Equipment operation
- Contrast protocols
- Emergency response
- Independent work
- Teamwork
- Effective communication
- Electronic imaging
- Task prioritization
- Clean environment
- MRI safety
Requirements
Level I Minimum Qualifications
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(R) cross-trained in MRI
- Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
- IV Competency within 30 days of hire
Level II Minimum Qualifications
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)
- Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
- IV Competency within 30 days of hire
- Proficiency in 3 of the following areas: intra-operative, cardiac, functional, breast, prostate, rectal cancer staging, advanced 3D spectroscopy, MR lymphangiography, or pediatric MRI (less than 15 years of age) as 80% of patient workload.
- Must complete at least five cases per specialty procedure with documented skills pass off by a lead MRI technologist or coordinator.
Preferred Qualifications
- 1-2 years of MRI technologist experience
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Physical Requirements
- Ongoing need to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, and identify equipment and supplies.
- Frequent interactions requiring verbal communication, hearing, and understanding spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly, especially during emergencies.
- Manual dexterity to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision, including frequent computer use and typing.
- Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients, bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment, including heavy items.
- Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining/distributing supplies and equipment, including pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment.
- Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.).
- May be expected to stand in a stationary position for extended periods.
Pay
The hourly range for this position is $39.16 - $60.42. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
Schedule
- 4x10’s day shift (Monday through Friday with variable start times)
- Call and holiday rotations required
Benefits
We provide a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness, encompassing living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.