MRI Technologist

Boston Children’s Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking an MRI Technologist responsible for performing MRI procedures, evaluating requisitions, and maintaining patient safety standards. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible scheduling and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Affordable health, vision and dental insurance

Child care subsidies

Student loan subsidies

403(b) Retirement Savings plan

Pension

Tuition reimbursement

Discounted T-passes

Qualifications

• BLS certification required.
• ARRT certification must be completed within 18 months.
• Current MA Radiologic Technologist license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine MRI procedures on a schedule.
• Evaluate requisitions for MR imaging procedures.
• Maintain up-to-date licensure and competencies.

Skills

Patient Care

Technical Equipment Handling

Communication

Education

Associates degree in allied health

Job description

$15K sign on bonus for eligible new hires with over 1 year of experience
$10K sign on bonus for eligible new hires with less than 1 year of experience

The MRI Technologist is responsible for the following:

• Performs routine procedures in MRI on a scheduled and emergency basis.
• Reviews and evaluates requisitions for MR imaging procedures, abstracting data from patient charts and determining appropriateness of procedure prescribed given diagnosis and clinical signs for routine examinations.
• Identify patients according to Hospital Policy with 2 identifiers.
• Selects appropriate equipment and technical parameters to identify pathologic and normal anatomy.
• Assesses patients' and parents' physical and emotional status and ability to respond to instructions and develop a care plan for that patients' specific needs.
• Explain the examination and is able to answer questions from patient and parents regarding the exam and Magnetic field environment.
• Follows MR QC Exam/Data Integrity workflow expectations.
• Practices High Reliability Training
• Consistently provides exceptional care and exceptional service.
• Responds to the uniqueness of the patient, creating a supportive environment for the patient and the family
• Identifies and reports equipment malfunctions through the INeedit application.
• Assists in organizing and maintaining daily operations.
• Participates in departmental and hospital meetings.
• Completes all required competencies and documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintains up-to-date licensure/certification/registration in departmental file.
• Furthers professional education and maintains knowledge of current regulations and standards, policies and procedures.

The MRI Technologist must have the following:

• Preferred: Current MA Radiologic Technologist license for MRI
• MRI registry eligible by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) and completed within 18 months of hire date.
• Must meet, successfully complete, and maintain the ARRT certification.
• BLS certification.
• Associates degree in allied health

Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.