MRI Technologist

Cleveland Clinic; Slaton (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $2,500

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Health System Mercy Hospital is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform routine MRI exams for patients of all ages, ensuring safety, comfort, and clear communication throughout the process. You will work with cutting‑edge technology in a world‑class setting and collaborate with a dedicated team.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, reviewing screening data, acquiringImages, and handling image transfer via PACS.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or equivalent per ARRT pathway.
• Certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging: R.T.(MR)(ARRT) within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and check patients prior to MRI procedure.
• Acquire and review patient questionnaire and data to determine contraindications.
• Perform MRI procedures per protocol and conduct daily QA.
• Perform venipunctures and administer contrast as needed.
• Educate patients regarding MRI procedures and safety.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety during and after exams.
• Coordinate scheduling and image transfers via PACS/RIS.

Skills

MRI procedures

Venipuncture

PACS

Patient safety

Scheduling

Education

ARRT MRI certification

BLS certification

Tools

PACS

RIS

MRI equipment

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day.

We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

Job Title

MRI Technologist

Location

Canton

Facility

Mercy Hospital

Department

Magnetic Resonance Imaging-Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital

Job Code

D23030

Shift

Days + Call

Schedule

7:00am-5:30pm/9:00am-7:30pm

Job Summary

Job Details

*This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $2,500*

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Mercy Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Officially becoming a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021, Mercy Hospital offers a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As an MRI Technologist, you will perform routine MRI exams and procedures on patients of all ages, health backgrounds, and conditions. You will ensure they feel comfortable, safe, and properly informed throughout the entire process, helping facilitate a welcoming and supportive experience. In this role, you have access to a unique avenue in which to enhance your skills using the latest technologies and leave a positive lasting impression on patients every day.

A caregiver in this position works days from 7:00AM – 5:30PM or 9:00AM – 7:30PM, with on-call requirements.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Prepare and check patients prior to MRI procedure.

• Acquire and review patient questionnaire, chart and data/requisition to determine contraindication of having MRI examination.

• Verify and validate the patient screening safety form.

• Perform MRI procedures required per protocol and perform daily QA.

• Perform venipunctures.

• Educate patients regarding MRI procedures, equipment and exams.

• Ensure patients’ comfort and safety during and after the exam.

• Assist with scheduling patients.

• Administer proper contrast related to patient having MRI exam.

• Acquire, archive, transmit and print images via PACS.

• Complete after-hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork.

• Immediately report any malfunctions, observe potential equipment dysfunctions and report problems or call for service.

• Maintain available equipment up-time at the highest level for patient accessibility.

• Process billing via RIS.

• Potentially rotate through all imaging modalities, sites, and/or locations.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or graduate of an accredited institution per the primary pathway of the ARRT

• Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of MRI Technologists (ARMRIT) or The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT), or R.T.(S)(ARRT), or R.T.(T)(ARRT), in good standing. Or must be a Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(N) (ARRT) in good standing or be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (ARDMS and NMTCB are primary pathways)

• Certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging: R.T.(MR)(ARRT) (requiredwithin one year of hire)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross certification

• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processes

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• One year experience as a General Radiologic Technologist or experience in other imaging modalities

Physical Requirements:

• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.

• Requires frequent pushing and pulling of equipment up to 75 pounds.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.

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