MRI Technologist

Cleveland Clinic; Akron (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Akron General is seeking an MRI Technologist to join our radiology team. This role performs routine MRI exams, supports patients of all ages, and contributes to a welcoming patient experience.

You will work evenings with call and have access to advanced MRI technology in a trusted academic‑level health system. The ideal candidate is ARRT‑certified in MRI or eligible, with BLS and strong knowledge of anatomy.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or ARRT pathway.
• Registered MRI Technologist (R.T.(MR)) or equivalent in good standing.
• MRI certification required within one year of hire.
• BLS certification from AHA/Red Cross.
• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and review patient data to determine MRI contraindications.
• Perform MRI procedures per protocol and daily QA.
• Educate patients regarding MRI procedures and exams.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety during and after exams.
• Report equipment malfunctions and coordinate service as needed.
• Maintain high equipment uptime for patient access.
• Process billing via RIS and mentor new hires.

Skills

MRI procedures

Patient care

QA & safety

Education patients

Education

ARRT Radiologic Technology or ARRT pathway

MRI Technologist certification (R.T.(MR)) within 1 year

BLS certification

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

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Job Title

MRI Technologist

Location

Akron

Facility

Akron General Medical Center

Department

Radiol-MRI-Cleveland Clinic Akron General

Job Code

D23030

Shift

Evenings + Call

Schedule

12:30pm-11:00pm/7:00am-5:30am

Job Summary

Job Details

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000

Join us at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital where we have been providing world‑class care to our community for over 100 years. Here, we strive for patient‑centered care and comfort with our collaborative team of healthcare professionals. We are committed to serving the community and treat our patients as family.

As an MRI Technologist, you will perform routine MRI exams and procedures on patients of all ages, health backgrounds and conditions. You will ensure they feel comfortable, safe and properly informed throughout the entire process, helping facilitate a welcoming and supportive experience. In this role, you have access to a unique avenue in which to enhance your skills using the latest technologies and leave a positive lasting impression on patients every day.

A caregiver in this position works 2nd shift, FT, 4-10s (Mon-Fri: 12:30pm—11:00pm). Occasional weekend coverage, hours for weekends are 7:30am—6:00pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Acquire and review patient questionnaire, chart and data/requisition to determine contraindication of having MRI examination.

• Perform MRI procedures required per protocol and perform daily QA.

• Educate patients regarding MRI procedures, equipment, and exams.

• Ensure patients' comfort and safety during and after the exam.

• Report any malfunctions and observe potential equipment dysfunctions and report problems or calls for service.

• Maintain available equipment up-time at the highest level for patient accessibility.

• Processes billing via RIS.

• Instruct and mentor new hires and Radiology students.

• Attend in-service programs and professional affiliation sessions.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or graduate of an accredited institution per the primary pathway of the ARRT

• Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of MRI Technologists (ARMRIT) or The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT), or R.T.(S)(ARRT), or R.T.(T)(ARRT), in good standing. Or must be a Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(N) (ARRT) in good standing or be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (ARDMS and NMTCB are primary pathways)

• Certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging: R.T.(MR)(ARRT) (required within one year of hire)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross certification

• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processes

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• One year experience as a General Radiologic Technologist or experience in other imaging modalities

Physical Requirements:

• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.

• Requires frequent pushing and pulling of equipment up to 75 pounds.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

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