MRI Technologist

About the role

We are seeking a 7 on-7 off graveyard CT Technologist to join our healthcare team at McKay-Dee Hospital. Qualified applicants may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $7,500 and relocation assistance, if applicable. The position is scheduled 8 pm–6 am.

Responsibilities

• Maintains 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

• ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT or ARRT(R) cross-trained in MRI
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
• IV Competency within 30 days of hire

Level II

• ARRT(MR) or 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, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent verbal communication, hearing, and understanding spoken information, alarms, and issues—especially during emergencies.
• Manual dexterity for operating complex equipment, frequent computer use, and typing.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients and carry supplies and equipment, including heavy items.
• Must walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining/distributing supplies and equipment, including pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment.
• May be required to stand in a stationary position for extended periods and navigate crowded, busy rooms with equipment and cords.

Pay

The hourly range is $39.16 – $60.42, dependent upon experience.