MRI Tech System PRN

20 Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc.; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform MRI procedures under Radiology supervision. You will operate MRI equipment across low, high, and open magnets, ensuring high-quality imaging for diagnosis and patient safety.

Qualified candidates have ARRT licensure, a high school diploma or GED, ARRT program graduation, and ideally MR certification. Responsibilities include documentation, safety compliance, and patient education as part of imaging care.

Qualifications

• Current ARRT licensure.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an accredited ARRT program.
• Preferred MR certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI equipment according to specifications for low, high and open magnets.
• Produce quality images within department standards (3D formatting, reconstruction, MRA).
• Follow MRI safety practices according to state and federal guidelines.
• Maintain patient records per department standards.
• Knowledge of contrast media use and documentation; assess patients prior to exams.

Skills

MRI procedures

Venipuncture

Basic computer skills

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of ARRT program

Tools

RIS

Job description

Job Category: Allied Health Work Shift/Schedule: 8 Hr Morning - Afternoon Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

About the Role:

Job Summary Under the direction of a Radiologist and Supervisor, performs MRI procedures on Low and High Field magnets at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgement with ingenuity and initiative to obtain image data for MRI diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas of procedures required. The scope of care includes age groups ranging from newborn to elderly.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Licensure or other certifications: Current ARRT.
• Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED.
• Graduate of accredited ARRT Program.

Minimum Experience

Other:

Preferred Job Qualifications

Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Certification in MR.

Preferred Educational Requirements:

Preferred Experience: Minimum two (2) years MRI experience. Other:

Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to perform quality MRI procedures
• venipuncture
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work independently and effectively with others

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities

• Operate MRI equipment according to equipment specifications (low, high and open magnets, physicians work station, stealth procedure, dry laser, coils, computer analysis and image processing, daily QC, archiving and storage to disk).
• Produce quality images consistently within department standards (including 3D reformatting and reconstruction and MRA).
• Ability to diagnose processing problems and take appropriate action.
• Follow good MRI safety practices (i.e., special stretchers/wheelchairs/monitors, training of ancillary personnel, equipment and safety checks) according to state and federal guidelines.
• Maintain patient records according the department standards.
• Knowledge of appropriate use of contrast media (consent forms, type, quantity, complications).
• Properly assess patient according to exam ordered with appropriate documentation (i.e. check order, review previous films, check lab values when indicated, prep, screen for possible pregnancy, appropriate history, assure MRI checklist if verified, involve Imaging nurse when indicated).
• Provide patient education pertinent to exam being performed and document in patient record.
• Compliance in accurately and completely utilizing RIS according to department standards (i.e., order, arrive, start, complete, cancel, record complications, fluoro time, drug history, repeats, complaints and transfers), and CPAC procedures when indicated.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including: non-technical duties as assigned (i.e., stock rooms, transport patients, clean cassettes), training of new staff and students, special projects and other duties.

Physical Demands

• Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time
• Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time
• Vision: Heavy, Frequently 31-65% of time
• Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% of time
• Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% of time
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% of time
• Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65% of time

Job Requires

• Reading
• Writing
• Reasoning
• Talking
• Keyboarding

Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.

Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status. Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is a non-profit on a mission of improving the health of our community in all we do. Our team cares for more than 1 million people across the region through five hospitals and a variety of outpatient locations. Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) has campuses in Gainesville, Braselton, Winder, Dahlonega and Demorest – with a total of more than 850 beds and more than 1,200 medical staff members representing more than 60 specialties.

Learn more at www.nghs.com.