MRI Technologist - Main Campus (Second Shift)

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus of $20,000

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital is looking for a skilled MRI Technologist to perform MRI examinations on pediatric patients. You will be responsible for operating MRI equipment, preparing patients for procedures, monitoring their safety and comfort, and maintaining accurate records. This position requires a graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program and certifications in CPR and ARRT (MRI).

Working hours are Monday to Friday, with a $20,000 sign-on bonus offered. Candidates should have excellent communication skills and a minimum of two years of clinical experience in Radiologic Sciences.

Qualifications

• Active Status with the Registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Current CPR Certification.
• ARRT certification (MRI) within 18 months of employment.
• Two years of clinical experience in the Radiologic Sciences.
• One year of experience in MRI procedures preferred.
• Experience in pediatric setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates MRI equipment to produce diagnostic images.
• Prepares patients for MRI procedures and administers contrast media.
• Monitors patients during MRI scans for safety and comfort.
• Maintains accurate patient records and labels/stores images.
• Collaborates with healthcare professionals to interpret MRI images.

Skills

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited educational program for Radiologic Technology

Job description

Overview

Monday to Friday.

2:45 pm to 11:15 pm availability required.

Holiday and weekday/weekend call responsibility required.

Sign-On Bonus

This position is eligible to receive a $20,000 Sign‑On Bonus.

Job Description Summary

Performs MRI examinations on pediatric patients, ensuring the production of quality diagnostic images.

Essential Functions

• Operates MRI equipment to produce diagnostic images of patients' internal structures.
• Prepares patients for MRI procedures by positioning them correctly and administering contrast media as required.
• Monitors patients during MRI scans to ensure their safety and comfort.
• Maintains accurate patient records and ensures that all images are properly labeled and stored.
• Maintains MRI equipment to ensure optimal image quality and patient safety.
• Collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals to interpret MRI images and provide accurate diagnoses.

Education Requirement

Graduate of an accredited educational program for Radiologic Technology, required.

Licensure Requirement

• Active Status with the Registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, required.

Certifications

• Current CPR Certification, required.
• ARRT certification (MRI) within 18 months of employment, required.

Skills

Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Experience

• Two years of clinical experience in the Radiologic Sciences, required.
• One year of experience in MRI procedures, preferred.
• Experience in pediatric setting, preferred.

Physical Requirements

Occasionally: Electricity, flexing/extending of neck, lifting / carrying: 61‑100 lbs, pushing / pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, pushing / pulling: 61‑100 lbs

Frequently: Biohazard waste, blood and/or bodily fluids, chemicals/medications, communicable diseases and/or pathogens, lifting / carrying: 21‑40 lbs, lifting / carrying: 41‑60 lbs, loud noises, patient equipment, pushing / pulling: 41‑60 lbs, reaching above shoulder

Continuously: Audible speech, bend/twist, color vision, computer skills, decision making, depth perception, hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, hearing acuity, interpreting data, lifting / carrying: 0‑10 lbs, lifting / carrying: 11‑20 lbs, peripheral vision, problem solving, pushing / pulling: 0‑25 lbs, pushing / pulling: 26‑40 lbs, repetitive hand/arm use, seeing – far/near, sitting, squat/kneel, standing, walking

Additional Physical Requirements: This position requires constant talking, hearing, standing, stooping, lifting, hand dexterity, bending, walking, and seeing to effectively perform varied MRI procedures. (100%)

Essential Job Functions

Must be able to see, hear, stand, walk, speak, read and perform manual tasks with or without accommodation, and care for oneself with little or no difficulty.

Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet