MRI Technologist I: Hands-On Imaging & Patient Care

Atrium Health; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform MRI scans and assist physicians during procedures. The role includes preparing patients, obtaining medical history, and ensuring safe contrast administration, while maintaining strict radiation safety standards.

Responsibilities also cover verifying orders, coordinating with Radiology for discrepancies, documenting in MAR, and supporting emergency protocols. ARRT MRI registry eligibility is required or ARMRIT enrollment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARRT-recognized program in Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Active enrollment in an MRI ARRT registry eligible or ARMRIT program required.

Responsibilities

• Examine requests and verify orders; refer to Radiologist when needed.
• Identify patients and explain procedures; prepare patients with explanations and worksheets.
• Interview patients for medical history and review EMR for pertinent data.
• Assume responsibility for the exam from start to dictated results.
• Prepare and administer IV contrast per protocols; record type and amount on request.
• Evaluate image quality and consult Radiologist if needed; perform additional reconstructions.

Skills

MRI safety

Radiology procedures

Patient care

Team collaboration

Radiology computer systems

Education

ARRT MRI registry eligible

Tools

Radiology computer system

MAR documentation

Job description

Atrium Health is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform MRI scans and assist physicians during procedures. The role includes preparing patients, obtaining medical history, and ensuring safe contrast administration, while maintaining strict radiation safety standards.

Responsibilities also cover verifying orders, coordinating with Radiology for discrepancies, documenting in MAR, and supporting emergency protocols. ARRT MRI registry eligibility is required or ARMRIT enrollment.