MRI Tech-PRN

UVA Health; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist to join their team. In this role, you will work closely with radiologists and staff to deliver exceptional patient care while operating advanced MRI equipment. Your responsibilities will include preparing patients for scans, ensuring their comfort, and producing high-quality images for diagnostic purposes. This position is ideal for someone with strong communication skills and a commitment to patient safety. Join a forward-thinking organization that values teamwork and innovation in healthcare delivery.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; graduate of accredited MRI school.
• 2 years of healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and operate MRI equipment to obtain diagnostic scans.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort during procedures.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

MRI safety

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of an accredited school for Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Tools

MRI equipment

Job description

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About Us
We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

Job Description

MRI Technologist
Job Code: MT3387
PRN Days

The MRI technologist will work with the radiologist and fellow staff members to prepare patients and operate magnetic resonance equipment in order to obtain diagnostic scans. The MRI technologist works under general supervision in performing a variety of exams and procedures according to departmental protocol, as requested by physician order. The technologist will position the patient’s body part for imaging and set appropriate technical factors on the imaging equipment with a high degree of competency to ensure production of quality images for interpretation by the radiologist.

Patient Care: Ensures patient safety and comfort while in the radiology department.

• Explains the procedure and post-procedure orders to the patient to gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
• Prioritizes workflow in regard to patient condition and ensures patients’ arrival and departure occur in a timely manner.
• Provides an atmosphere conducive to gain the patient's cooperation and confidence.
• Utilizes data received from patient satisfaction and practice performance results to identify opportunities to improve and participates in the planning and improvement process.

Compliance: Follows and supports OSHA regulations and uses universal precautions when required.

• Cleans examination surfaces between patients.
• Provides clean linen including sheets, gowns, pillowcases, and towels.
• Immediately cleans spills following universal precautions.
• Properly stores accessory equipment when not in use.

Teamwork: Works within a team to achieve patient and team goals.

• Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers.
• Facilitates and participates in regular staff meetings.

Technical Competency: Follows routine standards and properly and safely manipulates equipment, within its limitations, to obtain images.

• Maintains sterile equipment and fields.
• Adjusts cameras to obtain the proper density and contrast.
• Performs any necessary warm-up and quality control procedures on the equipment.
• Uses protocols to obtain images of internal structures.
• Critiques images for quality and makes necessary judgments to determine if repeat is necessary.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Graduate of an accredited school for Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

Experience: 2 years of healthcare experience preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure: ARRT or ARMRIT Registered in MRI, or eligible. Registry must be completed within 12 months of hire.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written communications. Ability to work in a stressful environment. Ability to multitask and proficient in MRI safety.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: 13A, Imaging
Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand
The job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. May be exposed to radiation. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.

Other

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
• On call responsibilities as directed: Yes
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care