MRI Technologist

Associates In Medical Imaging, LLC; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Associates In Medical Imaging, LLC located in Akron, Ohio is seeking an MRI Technologist. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years MRI experience and be ARRT registered. Responsibilities include operating MRI equipment, preparing patients for procedures, and ensuring high image quality through quality control practices.

This role emphasizes strong interpersonal skills for effective patient interaction, knowledge of MRI technology, and ability to manage multiple tasks independently.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years MRI experience required.
• Capability to be independently mobile.
• Ability to transport wheelchair and gurney patients.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI scanner for data acquisition, reconstruction, and documentation.
• Screen patients for contraindications to magnetic field.
• Perform quality control measures ensuring optimal image quality.

Skills

Knowledge of MRI technology

Equipment operation

Clinical MRI procedures

MRI terminology

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of accredited radiological health applied science program

ARRT registered

Tools

MRI equipment

Information system computer

Job description

Job Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiological health applied science program.
• ARRT registered.
• Requires minimum of three (3) years MRI experience.

Essential Skills Required

• Knowledge of MRI technology, equipment operation, and magnet safety.
• Experience prescribing and performing clinical MRI procedures.
• Experience filming & electronically transmitting MRI data.
• Knowledge of MRI terminology and the ability to follow interpreting physicians directions.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Capability to be independently mobile.
• Ability to transport wheelchair and gurney patients.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with reasonable flexibility.
• Ability to work in limited space.
• Hearing and visual acuity sufficient to perform and monitor MRI procedures.

Interrelationship Requirements

• Interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with patients and families, who may or may not be under physical stress.
• Interpersonal skills and knowledge necessary to interact with radiology personnel, radiologist, referring physicians, and co-workers.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Possess an overall positive attitude toward patients, employer, and co-workers.

Major Duties / Critical Tasks

• Required to accurately obtain signatures and complete site-specific patient consents and insurance demographic information.
• Prepares and educates patients about their MRI procedure.
• Screen patients for contraindications to magnetic field.
• Prepares patient for MRI procedure by accurately assessing patient's signs and symptoms.
• Operates MRI scanner for data acquisition, reconstruction of images, and documentation of images.
• Performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal image quality.
• Prepare images for transmission and/or filming for interpretation by a radiologist.
• Practice accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.
• Practice safety measures in MRI and Environment of Care.
• Applies the profession's code of ethics in all aspects of practice.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Supervision

• Reports To: Local Operations Manager

Equipment

• Various types of MRI equipment
• Information system computer.