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

St. Elizabeth's Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled MR Technologist to join their dedicated team. In this role, you will perform a variety of MRI/MRA procedures, ensuring quality patient care while adhering to the highest standards of imaging protocols. You will collaborate closely with medical staff and peers, contributing to a supportive environment that values professional growth and patient safety. If you are passionate about imaging technology and committed to providing superior service, this opportunity offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare field.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience as an MR technologist with in-depth knowledge of MR imaging.
• Thorough understanding of cross-sectional anatomy and MR procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI/MRA procedures ensuring quality and patient care.
• Assist in the orientation of new technologists and maintain MR equipment.

Skills

MR Imaging Procedures

Communication Skills

Cross Sectional Anatomy Knowledge

Customer Service

Education

ARRT Certification

2-Year MR Tech 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