MRI Technologist
About the role
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) technologists are needed to perform MRI studies using a magnetic resonance imaging system. The scope of the role includes preparing patients, positioning, setting imaging parameters, acquiring images, performing computer processing, and displaying images. The role also involves selecting appropriate imaging protocols for patient studies and performing quality assurance scans as required.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for MRI studies.
- Position patients on the MRI scan table.
- Set imaging parameters and acquire images.
- Perform computer processing and display images.
- Select appropriate imaging protocols for patient studies.
- Perform quality assurance scans as required.
- Work cohesively as a team member within the MRI Department.
- Consult appropriate content experts as needed (e.g., radiologist, nurse, child life specialist).
- Rotate to MRI scanners across the assigned department as needed.
Requirements
- MRI Registered Technologist with ARRT OR ARMRIT required within one year of hire.
- Education: Medical Imaging required or Associate's Degree Medical Imaging preferred.
Qualifications
- Experience: MRI Tech experience with multiple patient populations 0-1 year required.
- 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; 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.
Skills
- 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.
- Must demonstrate the ability to provide appropriate care to various age populations.
- 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.
Benefits
Includes remote type on-site work location, 40 scheduled weekly hours, rotating shift, base pay range of $45.71 - $54.43/Hourly Grade 5, comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.
Pay
$45.71 - $54.43/Hourly Grade 5
Schedule
Rotating