MRI Technologist, 36 Hours (Day/Evening, Weekends Every Third)

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated MR Technologist to perform a variety of MRI/MRA procedures while ensuring quality patient care. This role demands independent judgment and initiative, along with a commitment to excellence in service delivery. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in MR imaging, excellent communication skills, and a thorough understanding of cross-sectional anatomy. Join a collaborative team focused on providing exceptional imaging services in a supportive environment that values professional development and adherence to high ethical standards.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience as an MR technologist.
• Thorough knowledge of normal cross sectional anatomy.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide variety of MRI/MRA procedures.
• Provides superior customer service to clients and patients.
• Participates in quality assurance programs.

Skills

MR imaging procedures

Communication skills

Cross sectional anatomy knowledge

Education

ARRT certification

2-year MR Tech school program

Job description

I. Position Function:

• Performs a wide variety of MRI/MRA procedures, which require use of independent judgment, initiative, and ingenuity.
• Assumes responsibility for quality of work in designated area and provides quality care to the patient.
• Assures efficiency and effectiveness of patient care services

II. Job Relationships:

• This position reports directly to the Lead MRI Technologist and works collaboratively with the medical staff, nursing, imaging department peers and other clients.

III. Authority:

• Has the authority and responsibility for assuring quality imaging in accordance with physician directions and/or imaging protocols.
• Has the authority and responsibility for restricting access to the imaging area to assure patient and visitor safety.

IV. A. Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• "Provides superior customer service to internal and external clients, customers, and patients as referenced in the Service Excellence Standards."
• Performs all the duties of a staff MR technologist
• Attends in-service lectures, seminars related to MR and maintains documentation of specialized training in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Participates in the development and evaluation of policies and procedures concerning MR
• Assists in the orientation of technologists to MR
• Performs regular testing n MR equipment as defined by vendor recommendations and medical center policy; reports problems
• Assists radiologist in performing all interventional MR examinations
• Performs all necessary functions to provide efficient patient care including clerical and transport duties
• Completes all patient tracking functions to ensure proper and accurate billing, report transcription and image retrieval
• Completes all PACs duties to assure accuracy of imaging record and timeliness of interpretation
• Participates in all quality assurance program
• Promotes professional image by adhering to dress code
• Commits to following ARRT code of ethics

B. Responsibilities/Non-Essential Functions:

• Performs other responsibilities as required or assigned.

V. Reporting Requirements:

• Reports appropriate information to radiologists and medical staff when requested
• Reports problems, issues and patients/physician concerns as appropriate Lead Technologist, Operations Manager and/or Administrative Director

VI. Accountability:

• Accountable for maintaining the confidentiality and security of all hospital, medical staff and patient related data and information
• Maintains excellent communication with patients, referring physicians, nursing staff, and other clients
• Responsible for the quality produced and submitted to the Radiologists for interpretation
• Accountable for abiding by all St. Elizabeth's Medical Center and site policies and procedures
• Accountable for assuring a safe environment for patients
• Accountable for following JCAHO, DPH, and HIPPA requirements

VII. Qualifications:

Minimum Experience:

• In depth knowledge of MR imaging procedures at a level gained through 1-2 years experience as an MR technologist
• Thorough knowledge of normal cross sectional anatomy

Minimum skills/abilities:

• Work requires vast knowledge of MR procedures and equipment operation
• Must have excellent communication skills
• Thorough knowledge of normal cross sectional anatomy

Certification/Licensure:

• ARRT eligible and/or Certification as an MR Tech through 2 year school program and ARRT eligible

Training:

• Additional MR specific didactic training preferred

Special Qualifications:

• Must have and maintain BLS certification or obtain certification within three (3) months of hire date
• Must obtain required CEU hours to maintain state licensure and national registration

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans