MRI Technologist I

MedStar Health; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 49,000 - 89,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Generous PTO

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Part-time Weekend MRI Technologist I to join MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. The role performs routine and specialized MRI imaging, with weekend shifts (Sat & Sun, every other 7am - 7:30 pm).

The candidate screens patients, administers contrast where needed, and maintains strict MRI safety standards. Qualifications include an Associate’s degree and a program-accredited MRI/radiologic certificate.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree is required.
• Certificate in radiologic technology or MRI from an agency-recognized program.
• Experience in MRI or other imaging modalities or MRI cross-training encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Performs MRI examinations across diverse patient populations with proper factors and positioning.
• Screens and prepares patients, verifies orders, administers contrast, and supports safety.
• Maintains MRI safety standards and adheres to protocols and guidelines.
• Participates in quality assurance, monitors equipment, and supports education initiatives.
• Coordinates patient flow, documents in EHR, and communicates with care teams.

Skills

MRI imaging

Patient education

Safety protocols

Education

Associate’s degree

Radiologic technology/MRI certificate

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.