MRI Technologist I

MedStar Health; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 89,000; Part time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Part-time Weekend MRI Technologist I to join our team at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. Shifts are Saturdays and Sundays, every other weekend from 7:00 am to 7:30 pm.

Under general supervision, you will perform routine and specialized MRI imaging procedures, screen patients, prepare for protocols, ensure safety, and document in the EHR. An Associate’s degree and MRI/certification are required, with CPR and ARMRIT/ARRT credentials within 1 year.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree is required.
• Certificate in radiologic technology or MRI from an accredited program is required.
• MRI certificate or cross-training in MRI recommended; prior MRI experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized MRI imaging procedures.
• Screen and prepare patients, verify orders, and provide patient education and support.
• Maintain MRI safety standards and follow regulatory guidelines.
• Perform quality assurance, monitor equipment, and participate in performance improvement.
• Coordinate patient flow, document procedures in the EHR, and transmit images to PACS.

Skills

MRI imaging

Safety protocols

Education

Associate’s degree

Radiologic technology certificate or MRI certificate

Tools

ARMRIT/ARRT certification

CPR certification

Job description

About this Job:

MedStar Health is looking for a Part-time Weekend MRI Technologist I (704393) to join our team atMedStar Georgetown University Hospital! Hours are: Sat & Sun, every other 7am - 7:30 pm

The MRI Technologist, under general supervision, performs routine and specialized MRI imaging procedures.

MedStar Health is a great place to work and grow your career. We provide a supportive and inclusive work environment, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, generous PTO, tuition assistance, retirement plans, and many other benefits focused on your wellbeing.

Primary Duties:

• Performs MRI examinations across diverse patient populations, applying appropriate technical factors, patient positioning, imaging protocols, and clinical knowledge to ensure high-quality diagnostic images.
• Screens and prepares patients for MRI procedures, verifies orders and patient histories, administers contrast, establishes IV access, and provides education and support to promote patient safety and comfort.
• Maintains MRI safety standards by following institutional protocols, screening patients and personnel, preventing ferromagnetic hazards, and adhering to regulatory and professional guidelines.
• Performs quality assurance activities, monitors equipment performance, maintains supplies, reports malfunctions, and participates in departmental performance improvement and staff education initiatives.
• Coordinates patient flow and care with interdisciplinary teams, documents procedures in electronic health records, ensures timely image transfer to PACS, and communicates professionally with patients, families, and colleagues.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree (Required)
• Certificate in radiologic technology, or MRI, from a program accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).(Required)
• Prior work experience not required. Experience in MRI or other imaging modalities; completed an MRI certificate or cross-training program

Licenses/ Certifications:

• ARMRIT - Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist Licensed Radiologic Technologist – State of MD/ VA if applicable, upon hire (Required) ARMRIT and/or ARRT (MRI) Certification – within 1 year of hire date (Required)
• MRI - Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist ARMRIT and/or ARRT (MRI) Certification – within 1 year of hire date (Required)
• CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification Upon Hire (Required)

This position has a hiring range of : USD $35.68 - USD $64.71 /Hr.