MRI Technologist

Akumin®; Los Alamitos (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Health benefits

HSA with employer contributions

401(k) match

Paid holidays & PTO

Job summary

Akumin in Los Alamitos, CA is hiring a Part-Time MRI Technologist. On-site responsibilities include performing high-quality MR studies, safeguarding patient safety, and collaborating with radiologists and the care team.

The role requires ARRT MR registration or equivalent, strong communication skills, and ability to train staff as needed. Local travel may be involved, with competitive hourly pay and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• MR registered technologist ARRT or ARMRIT (or equivalent).
• State license as Radiologic Technologist or Magnetic Resonance Technologist.
• CPR certification; BLS on hire; ACLS within 90 days if applicable.
• 3 months MRI clinical scanning experience or enrolled in MRI training program.
• Active State Driver’s License.
• COVID-19 vaccination may be a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality diagnostic MR images and operate multiple MR systems.
• Ensure patient safety through pre-screening and aseptic technique.
• Communicate effectively with radiologists, staff, patients, and customers.
• Train/orient new technologists and MR Technologist Assistants on site or remotely.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Skills

MR imaging

Patient safety

Radiology communication

Training staff

ARRT registry

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

Akumin is a leading provider of outpatient radiology and oncology services, partnering with top hospitals and health systems nationwide to deliver advanced diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care close to home. With a national footprint, cutting-edge technology, and a strong commitment to innovation and patient-centered care, our teams play a vital role in improving outcomes for millions of patients each year.

We are currently hiring for a MRI Tech at our Los Alamitos facility. This will be a Part-Time position.

As an MRI Technologist, you are responsible for patient safety and the performance of high-quality MR studies, on site and/ or remote. Ensures effective communication with Radiologist, team members, patients, and customers for those who work in the mobile environment. When required, trains, and orients new technologists, Patient Coordinators and/or MR Technologist Assistants.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for Patient Safety, including pre-screening for contra-indications, aseptic injection technique and may require remote MR Technologists Assistant oversite.
• Produces high quality diagnostic images. Operation of multiple MR systems may be required.
• Demonstrates the ability to use all channels of communications to address concerns, solve problems, and address conflict.
• Effectively communicates with customers and/or radiologists.
• Trains and orients new technologists, patient coordinators and MR Technologist Assistants, on site and/or remote.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience
• Registered Technologist by the ARRT, NMTCB or ARMDS
• Technologists with MR Technologist Assistant oversight must be MR registered. ARMRIT certification accepted as allowable by customer contract. If Akumin is billing Medicare, registry in Magnetic Resonance is Required.
• MR registered technologist R.T. (MR) ARRT or ARMRIT
• Technologist registered in other modalities
• 3 months supervised MRI clinical scanning experience OR currently enrolled for more than 6 months in an accredited MRI training program
• State license
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist or Magnetic Resonance Technologist, if applicable
• CPR Certification
• BLS upon hire, ACLS within 90 days of employment, if applicable
• Technologists performing mid-day moves
• Active State Driver’s License, required
• The COVID-19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment.
• All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.
• Local travel may be required.

Preferred:

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience
• 1 year of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Experience
• Registry in Magnetic Resonance by the ARRT
• Note: Required Certificates, Licenses & Registrations are verified at the time of hire for all roles. Ongoing primary source verification is completed for Patient Facing roles only, in compliance with Accrediting body requirements.

At Akumin, we invest in the well-being of our employees, so you can bring your best self to work each day. You can expect to see the following benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible scheduling
• Cross training opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA accounts with employer contributions
• 401(k) eligibility with employer match
• Paid holidaysDefined PTO and sick time programs

Eligibility for benefits will vary based on role type and hours worked.

The estimated hourly pay range for this role in CA is $40.00 - $53.00/hr Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, location, and other factors such as internal equity and budget.

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.

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.