MRI Technologist

Akumin®; Chester (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Akumin® is seeking an experienced MRI Technologist in Chester, SC. The role involves providing scanning coverage, producing high-quality diagnostic images, and supporting Team Members in the field.

Applicants should possess an Associate's Degree or equivalent and have 3+ years of experience. Strong communication and customer service skills are necessary, along with ARRT certification and the ability to travel locally up to 90% of the time.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new environments.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide scanning coverage and produce high quality diagnostic images.
• Communicate effectively with physician groups and Radiologists.
• Troubleshoot the scanner and peripheral equipment.
• Assist Sales team with start-ups and new business.

Skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work at multiple locations

Effective communication

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

ARRT(R) or ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification

CPR certification

Job description

Regional resource responsible for providing scanning coverage and supporting Team Members in the field with MRI training and troubleshooting. Experienced technologist working in mobile imaging healthcare environment with regular patient satisfaction improvement surveys. Once internal milestones are met, position will include performing Clinical Competencies and Team Member evaluations, and scanning coverage in various locations/states throughout the region.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Provide scanning coverage for Manager Operations; produce high quality diagnostic images when working at a dedicated customer site as needed. Responsible for Patient Safety including pre-screening for contraindications, aseptic injection techniques, etc.
• Partners with local ADDs (Account Development Directors) to effectively communicate with physician groups and Radiology/Clinic Directors, and Radiologists on MRI software, customer portal, scanning protocols, and quality issues.
• Troubleshoot the scanner, coach, and peripheral equipment (including monitors, PACS, coils, etc.
• Assists Sales team with start-ups and new business as needed.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience.
• Experienced MRI Technologist with 3+ years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine procedures and studies working in high-pressure/high visibility environments with regular patient satisfaction surveys.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization and adapt to new environments quickly.
• Ability to work at several locations.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.
• ARRT(R) or ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT as allowable by contract in lieu of ARRT.
• State license, as required.
• CPR certification.
• As applicable, valid state driver’s license.
• Local travel may be required 90% of the time.

Physical Requirements:

The employee may be exposed to radioactive isotopes, ionizing radiation, and a strong magnetic field, radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

• More than 50% of the time:
  • Sit, stand, walk.
  • Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.
  • See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.
• Less than 50% of the time:
  • Stoop, kneel or crawl.
  • Climb and balance.
  • Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.