MRI Tech, Variable Part-Time Evening Shift, MRI

adventisthealthcare; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 83,000 - 125,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Nonrotating shifts

403(b) retirement plan

Free employee parking

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Shady Grove Medical Center in Rockville, MD seeks an experienced MRI Technologist for the MRI Department. The role involves operating MRI scanners, training staff in MRI use, and ensuring MRI safety for all patients, including those with implants.

You will document exams and contrast administration in the EMR, PACS, and HConnect as needed. The ideal candidate holds AMA/JRCERT-accredited radiography education, Maryland licensure, ARRT MRI certification, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA/JRCERT Accredited school of Radiography.
• Maryland Radiation Technologist license required.
• ARRT Advanced MRI certification.
• 1 year scanning experience; MRI experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• IV contrast knowledge and safety understanding.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI scanners and related equipment.
• Train new employees on MRI use.
• Perform MRI safety procedures for all patients.
• Document exams and contrast administration in EMR and PACS.
• Maximize patient throughput and manage patient load.
• Collaborate with radiologists and staff to ensure quality care.
• Participate in QA procedures.
• Attend to time management and shift assignments.

Skills

MRI operation

Patient safety

Training others

Contrast administration

Documentation

Teamwork

QA procedures

Time management

EMR familiarity

Education

High school or GED

AMA/JRCERT Accredited school of Radiography

Tools

EMR

PACS

HConnect

Job description

Shady Grove Medical Center

Shady Grove Medical Center seeks to hire an experienced MRI Technologist for our MRI Department who will embrace our mission to extend God's care through the ministry of physical, mental, and spiritual healing.

As an MRI Technologist, you will:

• Demonstrates proficiency in operating MRI scanners and all ancillary equipment.
• Must be able to train all new employees in their use.
• Properly identify and perform MRI safety procedures on all patients including those with implantable devices.
• Understand principles and dangers involved in the administration of oral and intravenous contrast. Identifies contraindications to IV contrast administration and recognizes symptoms of IV contrast reactions.
• Accurately documents MRI exams, contrast administration and other relevant information in the EMR, PACS, HConnect and other systems as necessary.
• Maximize patient throughput and demonstrates teamwork with coworkers by managing patient load using the one MRI scanner including the transport of patients when necessary.
• Collaborate with coworkers, radiologists, referring physicians, nurses, other departments to ensure best patient care possible.
• Perform periodic QA procedures as necessary
• Contribute to the time management of the department by being punctual to work and on assignments according to hospital standards.
• Participate in PI projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications include:

• High school or GED
• Graduate of an AMA/JRCERT Accredited school of Radiography
• 1 year scanning experience. Three years' experience in MRI preferred
• ARRT Advanced Certification in MRI
• IV Certification preferred
• State of Maryland Radiation Technologist license
• Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Work Schedule:

• Employment Type: Variable part-time
• Hours per Week: 5.5 hrs/week
• Typical Daily Schedule: 4PM-11 PM Saturday and Sunday
• Shift Type: Evening
• Weekend Requirements: Required/every other weekend rotation
• Holiday Requirements: Required/rotating/Follow company holiday calendar
• On-Call: as needed
• Shift Differential Eligible: Yes

Pay Range:

$39.96 - $59.94 If the salary range is not displayed or if the position is Per Diem (with a fixed rate), salary discussions will take place during the screening process.

Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), this position is classified as:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

At Adventist HealthCare our job is to care for you.

We do this by offering:

• Work life balance through nonrotating shifts
• Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Free Employee parking
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support

As a faith-based organization, with over a century of caring for the communities in the Maryland area, Adventist HealthCare has earned a reputation for high-quality, compassionate care. Adventist HealthCare was the first and is the largest healthcare provider in Montgomery County.

If you want to make a difference in someone's life every day, consider a position with a team of professionals who are doing just that, making a difference.

COVID-19 Vaccination:

Adventist HealthCare strongly recommends all applicants to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before commencing employment. Applicants may be required to furnish proof of vaccination.

Tobacco and Drug Statement

Tobacco use is a well-recognized preventable cause of death in the United States and an important public health issue. In order to promote and maintain a healthy work environment, Adventist HealthCare will not hire applicants for employment who either state that they are nicotine users or who test positive for nicotine and drug use.

While some jurisdictions, including Maryland, permit the use of marijuana for medical purposes, marijuana continues to be classified as an illegal drug under the federal Controlled Substances Act. As a result, medical marijuana use will not be accepted as a valid explanation for a positive drug test result.

Adventist HealthCare will withdraw offers of employment to applicants who test positive for Cotinine (nicotine) and marijuana. Those testing positive are given the opportunity to re-apply in 90 days, if they can truthfully attest that they have not used any nicotine products in the past ninety (90) days and successfully pass follow-up testing. ("Nicotine products" include, but are not limited to: cigarettes, cigars, pipes, chewing tobacco, e-cigarettes, vaping products, hookah, and nicotine replacement products (e.g., nicotine gum, nicotine patches, nicotine lozenges, etc.).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Adventist HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing the best people to cultivate our mission-centric cult