MRI Technologist

Shields Imaging of Lowell General Hospital, LLC; Lowell (MI); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

Shields Imaging of Lowell General Hospital, LLC seeks an MRI Technologist to provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include conducting MRI scans, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining compliance with hospital protocols.

Qualified candidates will have prior MRI scanning experience and necessary certifications. This position offers a pay range of $40-$60 per hour, commensurate with experience, plus benefits. Join our team committed to excellence!

Qualifications

• Prior MRI scanning experience is necessary.
• Certifications in MRI/ARRT/CPR are required.
• Candidate should be able to assist patients with mobility difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Follow proper policies and protocols for patient safety.
• Inform patients about their exam.
• Position and ensure comfort of patients during scanning.
• Administer intravenous contrast as needed.
• Record patient data and forward to Radiologists.

Skills

MRI scanning experience

Interpersonal skills

Ability to assist patients

Ability to lift twenty-five pounds

Education

MRI/ARRT/CPR certifications

ARMRIT certification

Job description

Job Summary

Shields Health Care Group’s MRI Technologists support the integrity of the organization with their commitment to excellence. The MRI technologist will provide a professional, caring atmosphere to all customer groups while maintaining a fast-paced, multi-tasked oriented clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow all proper policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety at all times. These policies, procedures and protocols can be issued by Shields or the partnering hospital group for the location you are assigned to.
• Inform the patient of all aspects of their exam to their level of understanding.
• Ensure patient is cleared of all contraindications and hazards.
• Accurately position the patient and ensure their comfort.
• Maintain visual and verbal contact with the patient during the exam.
• Perform scan in accordance to center’s protocol.
• Administer intravenous contrast.
• Complete all forms pertaining to patient’s exam.
• Record patient data to Tech Data Entry program.
• Provide and issue films/CD when appropriate.
• Forward data and/or films/CD to Radiologist upon completion of exam.
• Assist clerical staff as circumstances arise.
• Clean and re-supply equipment and rooms as needed.
• Adhere to all necessary training/licenses based on the credentialing policy.

Qualifications

• Prior MRI scanning experience.
• MRI/ARRT/CPR certifications required; fantastic interpersonal skills.
• ARMRIT certification accepted at some locations.
• Ability to sit and utilize a computer for extended periods of time.
• Assist patients with mobility difficulties.
• Some inpatient locations may require participation in a call schedule/rotation.
• Ability to push, pull, and lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds.
• Physical requirements can be met with or without accommodation.

Compensation

Pay range for this position is $40-$60/hr + benefits. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Shields Health is an equal opportunity employer.