MRI Technologist

rivhs; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $20,000

New team member incentive program

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Newport News, VA, is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform MR exams and ensure safety in the MR environment. You will prepare patients, obtain IV access and administer contrast, and support radiology staff in procedures.

The role requires ARRT MR certification (Upon Hire) and CPR/BLS certification, with weekend and irregular shift call rotations part of the schedule. Sign-on incentives may apply.

Qualifications

• MRI experience preferred; ARRT MR certification required upon hire.
• CPR/BLS certification required upon hire.
• Must rotate weekends/call shifts with irregular shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operates MRI equipment to produce diagnostic images.
• Ensure safety in the MR environment prior to scanning.
• Prepare patients and explain exams.
• Schedule and coordinate patient flow.
• Administer contrast media per protocol.
• Maintain clinical documentation and QC.
• Assist radiologist with procedures.
• Troubleshoot equipment and ensure functionality.

Skills

MRI experience

Patient care

Job description

Newport News, Virginia

Hiring Range

$36.50 - $50.23/Hourly

Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Up to $20,000 sign on bonus!!!

This position is eligible for our new team member incentive program. In accepting this position, new team members may be eligible for a bonus of up to $20,000 over the course of your first 2 years with Riverside! It pays to stay!

Overview

The MRI Technologist RRMC in an acute care hospital setting is responsible for performing MR exams on patients as requested by the referring physicians and must ensure safety in the MR environment before entering the magnetic field. Performs all MR imaging exams and procedures in accordance with RHS policy and procedures. Performs MR screening for all patients, patient preparation and explanation of exams, responds to patient questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process, IV insertions and contrast injections, and for completing all associated patient and equipment screening and technical documentation.

What you will do

• Operates the magnetic resonance imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
• Produces quality images following appropriate protocols and procedures.
• Prepares and maintains clinical documentation per scope of practice.
• Educates patients/families regarding the procedure and/or treatment to be performed.
• Positions the patient and observes the scanning process.
• Screen patients for MRI safety prior to the procedure.
• Assists the radiologist with procedure performance when required.
• Obtains intravenous access and administers contrast media as director per protocol.
• Operates the power injector.
• Evaluates the MR scan for technical quality, sequence of exposure and labels appropriately.
• Schedules patients for procedures and assists with clerical functions.
• Coordinates the screening and patient flow.
• Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements.
• Troubleshoots and ensures equipment functionality.

Qualifications

Experience

MRI experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Radiologic Technologists - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) Upon Hire(Required) and
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)

Other Requirements

• Call Rotation
• Weekend Shifts
• Irregular Shifts