MRI Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (MR) – Independent

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Atlanta VA Health Care System, Radiology Service, Magnetic Resonance Imaging section, seeks a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist specializing in MRI to perform advanced MR procedures in a busy clinical setting.

Requirements include ARRT (R) certification in general radiologic technology, advanced MR certification for MRI duties, U.S. citizenship, and a 24‑month post‑high‑school radiologic technology program (JRCERT accredited).

Qualifications

• US citizenship
• English language proficiency as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), 7407(d)
• Certification in general radiologic technology by ARRT (R) with advanced ARRT for CT/MRI duties as applicable
• Education: 24-month post-high school radiologic technology program, certificate or associate degree, JRCERT-accredited or recognized by the DOE

Responsibilities

• Perform MR imaging with knowledge of superconducting magnets, coils, and contrast media.
• Demonstrate ability to balance patient and staff needs during complex scans.
• Assess contraindications and ensure pre/post-procedural care of patients.
• Maintain ongoing certification and participate in on-the-job training as needed

Skills

English proficiency

Radiologic technology

Education

Certificate/Associate degree in Diagnostic Radiologic Technology

Tools

ARRT Certification (R)

Advanced ARRT MRI/CT certification

Job description

The Atlanta VA Health Care System, Radiology Service, Magnetic Resonance Imaging section, seeks a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist specializing in MRI to perform advanced MR procedures in a busy clinical setting.

Requirements include ARRT (R) certification in general radiologic technology, advanced MR certification for MRI duties, U.S. citizenship, and a 24‑month post‑high‑school radiologic technology program (JRCERT accredited).