MRI Technologist – 36 hours/ Week, Days

Anna Jaques Hospital; Beverly (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking an MRI technologist to schedule and perform MRI exams at Danvers and Beverly locations. You will document patient information, ensure safety, and follow clinical protocols including post-processing.

The role requires proficiency with PACS/RIS systems, MRI safety, and accurate data entry into EPIC. Collaboration with care teams, and adherence to hospital policies are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved Radiology Technology or MRI Program.
• Licensure, Certification, Registration: BLS; and ARRT; Maintains licensure and CEUs on an annual basis.
• MRI registry within 12 months of employment; cross training MRI certification within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient information for MRI procedures.
• Assess patient condition/status to ensure safety for MRI exam.
• Document contrast use in EPIC and record allergy information.
• Perform MRI exams with accuracy and follow clinical protocols including post-processing.
• Begin and complete MRI exams using RIS with high accuracy.
• Utilize PACS modality worklist and ensure correct demographics and accession numbers.
• Ensure magnet safety compliance.

Skills

Cross sectional anatomy

MRI safety

PACS

RIS

EPIC documentation

Education

AMA-approved Radiology Technology program

MRI program

ARRT certification

BLS certification

Tools

PACS

RIS

MRI scanners

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.

Job Description

Schedule: Tues & Wed 7am-7:30pm Danvers location; Friday 7am-7:30pm at Beverly Hospital location

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• 1.Obtains and documents necessary patient information from Patient/family/significant others and health-care providers pertinent to the care of the patient. i.e. safety (Use of Magnetic field), medical history for relevance of exam ordered.
• 2.Completes assessments by utilizing medical record/radiology requisitions/physicians orders to ensure appropriateness of procedures.
• 3.Assess patient’s condition/status ensuring ability of patient to proceed with MRI exam.
• 4.Document all pertinent information involving the use of oral/IV contrast in EPIC, and obtain accurate allergy information.
• 5.Performs all MRI exams with 100% accuracy. Accurately follows departments’ clinical protocols, including but not limited to Post-Processing.
• 6.Begin and complete all MRI exams utilizing the RIS tracking system with 100% accuracy 100% of time.
• 7.Utilizes PACS modality work list with 100% accuracy; patient demographics, accession number.
• 8.BLS certified
• 9.Properly QC’s MRI studies utilizing the PACS.
• 10.Properly evaluates images for diagnostic purposes; recognizing anatomy and pathology for need of an additional scan or contrast.
• 11.Follows all safety protocols relating to Magnet safety with 100% accuracy 100% of the time.
• 12.Readily and willingly contributes to the team approach to provide optimal quality patient care/customer satisfaction by working non-assigned shifts as needed and at other sites.
• 13.Responsible for scanning all required documents into PACS for purpose of paperless workflow.
• 14.Maintains a clean and safe environment for patients/visitors and colleagues.
• 15.Incorporates Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles and Mission Statement into daily activities.
• 16.Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies.
• 17.Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic.
• 18.Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
• 19.Demonstrates an understanding of job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
• 20.Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to our Customer service standards.
• 21.Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
• 22.Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of AMA approved Radiology Technology or MRI Program

Licensure, Certification, Registration: BLS; and ARRT; Maintains licensure and CEUs' on an annual basis. If previously trained must obtain MRI registry within 12 months of employment, if cross training MRI certification exam must be taken within 18 months and completed within 24 months . The following licenses are approved to work as an MRI:AART(MR); ARMRIT; ARRT(CT); ARRT(R)

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Candidate must be proficient in Cross Sectional Anatomy, the use of MRI Scanners/power injectors/venipuncture or in the absence of this skill the ability to be trained to a level of competency.Candidate must be proficient in Magnet safety.

Experience: 1-2 years experience in a hospital setting preferred. Good working knowledge of PACS or in the absence of this skill the ability to be trained to a level of competency.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $47.00 - $69.84

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geographyof work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

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