MRI Support Technician: Patient Care & Imaging

Shields Health at UMass Memorial Health – Milford Regional Medical Center, LLC; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Shields Health at UMass Memorial Health – Milford Regional Medical Center, LLC is seeking a Technologist Aide to support MRI operations and patient care in a fast-paced setting. You will assist technologists, prepare rooms, and help patients throughout the scanning process at the CC and Milford Hospital MRI sites.

The role emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and efficient workflow. Required are a High School Diploma, CPR certification, and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• CPR certification required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills required.
• Must be able to assist patients with mobility difficulties.
• Must be able to push, pull, and lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds.

Responsibilities

• Follow all proper policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety at all times.
• Assist Technologist in setting up the room.
• Set up proper coil for exam and ensure clean linen.
• Make available any items which may assist the patient setup.
• Assist in the patient interview process.
• Safety check list.
• Symptoms and history collection.
• Determine if prior exams exist.
• Prepare patient for exam and provide instructions.
• Explain procedure to patient and reassure if anxious.
• Assist in positioning patient for exam and aid onto/off the table.
• Ensure all safety devices are in place and rooms stocked.
• Assist with data entry and handling prior paperwork.
• Check that prior exams are on the appropriate workstation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Mobility assistance

Lifting 25 lbs

CPR certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Shields Health at UMass Memorial Health – Milford Regional Medical Center, LLC is seeking a Technologist Aide to support MRI operations and patient care in a fast-paced setting. You will assist technologists, prepare rooms, and help patients throughout the scanning process at the CC and Milford Hospital MRI sites.

The role emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and efficient workflow. Required are a High School Diploma, CPR certification, and excellent interpersonal skills.