MRI Technologist

South Shore Health; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a full-time MRI Technologist for night shifts in Weymouth, MA. The role involves technical duties related to MRI, including equipment maintenance and patient assessment. Candidates should possess certification in MRI and a strong background in patient care. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Preferred formal training in Radiology Technology from an AMA approved program.
• Minimum of 1 year Radiologic experience, with some MRI experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or BLS Instructor certification within 180 days of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains equipment and performs daily quality assurance procedures.
• Assesses patient needs and handles according to safety screening.
• Conducts MRI procedures and prepares appropriate contrast agents.

Skills

Patient Care

Equipment Maintenance

Safety Awareness

Anatomy Knowledge

Education

Radiology Technology Training

Job description

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.

Requisition Number:

R-20163

Facility:

LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190

Department Name:

SSH Imaging MRI

Status:

Full time

Budgeted Hours:

36

Shift:

Night (United States of America) Participates in technical duties directly involved with the M.R.I. including developing, initiating and monitoring procedures for the effective utilization of this unit.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Maintains equipment by performing daily Q.A. procedures.
a. Maintains equipment by daily cleaning and between cases or as needed..
b. Notes any system problems to departmental supervisory personnel.
c. Contacts service engineers, or "iLing for problematic situations as they may occur.

2. Sets up and adjusts equipment per Radiologist.
a. Sets up appropriate equipment (coils, injector, monitors and etc.).
b. Sets up work station control console settings to exam parameters/
protocols to produce the most optimum results

3. Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling, special requirements and safety screening . Explains and prepares the patient for the exam requested. Assesses patient needs proper handling.
a. Goes to waiting room, dressing rooms and corridors to accept patient.
b. Explains procedure to patients to prepare them for the examination.

4. Assists or directly performs the administration of various chemical substances
in order to render specific organs or structures more viable during MRI
procedures.
a. Prepares the appropriate contrast agents by dosage chart specifications.
b. Performs and monitors IV access.

5. Reviews patient charts and will discuss with the Radiologist as appropriate to assure the proper examination and that any additional sequences are prescribed to ensure the most optimum diagnostic results are obtained
a. Communicates with patient units to assure timely transport and completion of exam request.
b. Prepares Images and paperwork for Radiology Interpretation.

6. Quality controls all images, maintains inventory and adheres to safety regulations. Participates in training of department personnel, including students.
a. Checks inventory of contrast, IV supplies and paper products daily. Notifies the Department supervisor of needs.
b. Adheres to safety regulations for both patient and employee safety.

7. Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology to obtain the maximum diagnostic image corresponding to body parts and habitus.
a. Reviews exam request to determine area of interest.
b. Refers to exam guidelines and protocols for necessary sequences
and exam parameters.
c. Uses practical knowledge of anatomy for proper positioning of patient
and equipment to obtain maximum diagnostic information as evidenced
by the images produced.

8. Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
a. Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done.
b. Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications.
c. Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal readback to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order.
d. Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper hand washing, as observed by nurse manager and peers.
e. Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites.
f. Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.
g. Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.
h. Adheres to universal precautions.
i. Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.
j. Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education - Preferred
Preferred formal training in Radiology Technology of AMA approved program.
Minimum Work Experience
Minimum of one (1) year Radiologic experience.
Some MRI experience preferred.
Required Licenses / Registrations
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) - American Registry Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or

MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) within 1 year of hire if MRI board eligible

Required Classes/Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS) "OR" BLS Instructor (AHA) within 180 days of hire

Thursday - Saturday 630p-7a; Overnights

Responsibilities if Required:

Education if Required:

License/Registration/Certification Requirements:

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)