MRI Technologist I

Cleveland Clinic; Avon (OH); On-site; USD 49,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $5,000

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital in Avon, OH seeks an MRI Technologist to perform routine MRI exams on patients of all ages. You will ensure comfort, safety, and clear communication while delivering high-quality imaging with the latest technology.

Shifts run from 6:00 am to 12:30 am on 8-, 10-, and 12-hour schedules, with on-call from 11:30 pm to 6:00 am. A sign-on bonus of $5,000 is offered, and the role includes mentoring new hires and students and contributing to a Magnet-recognized team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program or ARRT primary pathway.
• Registered Technologist with ARMRIT or ARRT in good standing; or CNMT certification.
• MRI certification required within one year of hire.
• BLS through AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and review patient data to determine contraindications for MRI.
• Perform MRI procedures per protocol and conduct daily QA.
• Educate patients about MRI procedures, equipment, and exams.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety during and after exams.
• Report malfunctions and monitor equipment for issues.
• Maintain high equipment uptime for patient access.
• Process billing via RIS.
• Mentor new hires and Radiology students.
• Attend in-service programs and professional sessions.

Skills

MRI procedures

Patient safety

Mentoring / training

Communication

Education

ARRT MRI certification

BLS certification

ARMRIT/ARRT alternatives

Tools

RIS

Job description

• This position is eligible for a sign on bonus of $5,000

• This position is eligible for a sign on bonus of $5,000

Join Cleveland Clinic Avon Hospital and experience world-class healthcare at its best. Avon Hospital provides state-of-the-art healthcare to all its patients and is a proud Magnet Hospital awarded by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. This designation is the highest honor an organization can receive for professional nursing practice.

As an MRI Technologist, you will perform routine MRI exams and procedures on patients of all ages, health backgrounds and conditions. You will ensure they feel comfortable, safe and properly informed throughout the entire process, helping facilitate a welcoming and supportive experience. In this role, you have access to a unique avenue in which to enhance your skills using the latest technologies and leave a positive lasting impression on patients every day.

A caregiver in this position works 6:00am to 12:30am on 8, 10 and 12 hour shifts. On-call is from 11:30pm to 6:00am.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Acquire and review patient questionnaire, chart and data/requisition to determine contraindication of having MRI examination.
• Perform MRI procedures required per protocol and perform daily QA.
• Educate patients regarding MRI procedures, equipment, and exams.
• Ensure patients' comfort and safety during and after the exam.
• Report any malfunctions and observe potential equipment dysfunctions and report problems or calls for service.
• Maintain available equipment up-time at the highest level for patient accessibility.
• Processes billing via RIS.
• Instruct and mentor new hires and Radiology students.
• Attend in-service programs and professional affiliation sessions.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or graduate of an accredited institution per the primary pathway of the ARRT
• Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of MRI Technologists (ARMRIT) or The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(R) (ARRT), or R.T.(S)(ARRT), or R.T.(T)(ARRT), in good standing. Or must be a Registered Technologist credentialed by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R.T.(N) (ARRT) in good standing or be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (ARDMS and NMTCB are primary pathways)
• Certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging: R.T.(MR)(ARRT) (required within one year of hire)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross certification
• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and related pathologic processes

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• One year experience as a General Radiologic Technologist or experience in other imaging modalities

Physical Requirements:

• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift or assist with lifting patients of varying weight and manipulate equipment daily.
• Requires frequent pushing and pulling of equipment up to 75 pounds.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $35.25

Maximum hourly: $53.00

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).