MRI Assistant

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking an MRI Assistant to support remote MRI operations as the onsite patient care and workflow resource.

You will assist with patient preparation, safety screening, positioning, equipment setup, monitoring, and coordination, under the supervision of a remotely located MRI Technologist. This role emphasizes patient safety, quality imaging, and a superior patient experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or clinical environments preferred (0-2 years).
• Familiarity with MRI workflow is preferred.
• Ability to assist with patient positioning and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for MRI examinations, ensuring a positive patient experience.
• Assist with patient positioning, gowning, and removal of MRI-unsafe items.
• Support MRI safety screening and documentation per policy.
• Assist with safe patient transfers, positioning, and comfort under the remote MRI Technologist.
• Maintain onsite patient observation and communicate changes in condition or workflow concerns.
• Prepare MRI room, equipment, coils, and monitoring devices for examinations.
• Support MRI safety practices and MR Zone access control.
• Collaborate with the remote Technologist throughout all phases of examinations.
• Assist with inpatient, outpatient, ED, trauma, ICU, and other MRI workflows as assigned.
• Participate in emergency response procedures and patient evacuation as needed.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant documentation and policy adherence.
• Participate in training, quality improvement, and MRI safety education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

MRI safety knowledge

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Job description

MRI Assistant

Position Type: Full Time - Day Shift

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• Future Security: 401(k) with matching
• Educational Tuition Assistance
• Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance

Job Summary

The MRI Assistant supports remote MRI operations by serving as the onsite patient care and workflow support resource in collaboration with a remotely located MRI Technologist. This role assists with patient preparation, MRI safety screening, patient positioning, equipment setup, patient monitoring, and workflow coordination to promote patient safety, quality imaging, and an exceptional patient experience. The MRI Assistant maintains continuous communication with the remote MRI Technologist throughout MRI examinations and performs duties in accordance with MRI safety standards, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements. This position does not independently perform MRI examinations.

Essential Functions

• Greets, identifies, prepares, and escorts patients for MRI examinations while promoting a positive patient experience.
• Assists patients with changing, gowning, removal of MRI-unsafe items, and other activities necessary to prepare for MRI procedures.
• Assists with MRI safety screening and verifies completion of required patient safety documentation in accordance with departmental policies.
• Supports safe patient transfers, positioning, immobilization, and comfort measures under the direction of the remote MRI Technologist.
• Maintains continuous onsite observation of patients during remote MRI examinations and promptly communicates changes in patient condition, safety concerns, or workflow issues to the remote MRI Technologist and appropriate clinical staff.
• Assists with MRI room preparation, equipment setup, coil placement, patient monitoring equipment, and examination room readiness.
• Supports MRI safety practices by assisting with MR Zone access control, identifying potential safety hazards, and helping maintain a safe MRI environment.
• Collaborates continuously with the remote MRI Technologist throughout all phases of the examination to support efficient workflow and safe patient care.
• Assists with inpatient, outpatient, emergency department, trauma, ICU, and other specialized MRI workflows as assigned.
• Participates in MRI emergency response procedures and assists with patient evacuation or other emergency activities in accordance with organizational policies.
• Maintains accurate documentation and supports compliance with HIPAA, MRI safety standards, and organizational policies.
• Participates in departmental training, quality improvement initiatives, and continuing education related to MRI safety and patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a healthcare, patient care, imaging, or related clinical environment required
• Experience supporting MRI or other diagnostic imaging services preferred
• Experience assisting with patient positioning, transfers, or direct patient care preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of MRI safety principles, patient care practices, and infection prevention procedures.
• Ability to follow established procedures and safely assist with MRI patient preparation and positioning.
• Ability to recognize and promptly communicate patient safety concerns or changes in patient condition.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with remote MRI Technologists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with electronic medical records and healthcare technology systems.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical standards while providing patient-centered care.

Licenses and Certifications

• BLS - Basic Life Support required
• MRI safety training or other MRI‑specific education consistent with departmental requirements preferred