MRI Technologist I

Cleveland Clinic; Strongsville (OH); On-site; USD 48,560 - 73,012; Full time

Job summary

The Cleveland Clinic Strongsville Family Health and Surgery Center is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform MRI exams for patients of all ages, ensuring safety and comfort. You will work with a dedicated team using the latest imaging technology and provide education to patients about the MRI process.

Minimum qualifications include ARRT/ARMRIT/CNMT credentials, MR certification within one year, and BLS. The role offers a supportive environment with opportunities to mentor students and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT/ARMRIT/CNMT credentials in good standing.
• MR imaging certification required within one year of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and review patient data to assess contraindications.
• Perform MRI procedures per protocol and conduct daily QA.
• Educate patients about MRI procedures and safety.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety during/after exams.
• Report malfunctions and monitor equipment status.
• Maintain high equipment uptime for access.
• Mentor new hires and radiology students.
• Attend in-service programs and professional sessions.

Skills

Patient safety

Education patients

Team collaboration

Education

Radiologic Technology program

ARRT/ARMRIT/CNMT certification

MR imaging cert within 1 year

Tools

MRI equipment

Job description

When you join the Cleveland Clinic’s Strongsville Family Health and Surgery Center team, you become a caregiver at one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. This patient-friendly facility offers a wide array of services to provide patients with unparalleled care and support. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless appreciation and build a rewarding career.

As an MRI Technologist, you will perform MRI exams and procedures on patients of all ages while maintaining patient safety. You will be joining a close-knit, hardworking, and supportive team of caregivers that prioritizes quality patient care. You will also have access to the latest and greatest imaging technology and the best equipment in the area. This position offers a great starting point on which to expand your skillsets and experience. Tech will follow mobile MRI machine between Twinsburg and Sports Health.

A caregiver in this position works days 7:00am—3:30pm or 9:30am—6:00pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Acquire and review patient questionnaire, chart and data/requisition to determine contraindication of 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.
• 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.).