MRI Technologist (Mon, Tues, Fri 7am-7:30pm)

10 Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a diagnostic MRI technologist to perform procedures for clinical and research populations within a multidisciplinary team. A sign-on bonus is included, and you will support safe patient care and imaging workflows in a pediatric-focused environment.

The role requires MRI safety knowledge, strong communication, and patient management skills, with emphasis on age-specific imaging protocols and collaborative care across radiology and nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Six months of supervised clinical experience in MRI.
• Successful completion of an ARRT approved MR program and eligible for MR credential.
• BLS certification within 30 days of employment.
• Outpatient centers ONLY - CT credential required no later than 24 months post hire.

Responsibilities

• Operates modality specific technical equipment related to patient care imaging, image processing, image transmission, image archiving and electronic medical records.
• Updates the electronic medical records through: Order Entry, Exam Scheduling, Exam Check-in, Begin and End Exams, Exam Verification, Exam Merging, and Image Rejection.
• Ensures accuracy of billing for radiology procedures.
• Provides radiologists and physicians with patient history relative to exam being performed and obtaining informed consent.
• Assists radiologists, as required, in the administration of contrast media and/or radioisotopes during exams.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, sedation/anesthesia personnel and all staff members to ensure a safe outcome for the patient.
• Participates in department and modality quality improvement initiatives, including ACR accreditation.
• Demonstrates proficiency in performing radiologic examinations with standardized protocols to produce high-quality images.

Skills

MRI safety

Communication

Patient management

Education

ARRT MR credential

ARRT Radiography credential

BLS certification

CT credential (Outpatient)

Job description

Work Shift Day Work Day(s) Friday, Monday, Tuesday Shift Start Time 7:30 AM Shift End Time 8:00 PM Worker Sub-Type Regular

Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow.

We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.

Job Description

Perform diagnostic magnetic resonance imaging procedures for clinical and research patient care population, and participates as a member of the multidisciplinary team. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services. Promotes a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Sign-On Bonus incentive included.

Experience

• Six months of supervised clinical experience in MRI

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree
• Experience in pediatrics

Education

• Successful completion of an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) approved educational program
• Successful completion of accredited Magnetic Resonance (MR) program and eligible for MR credential via ARRT (MR)
• Summary: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) credential in Radiography (R), American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT), or Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) Credential in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) required no later than 12 months post hire. Failure to complete credential within 12 months will result in separation from role, up to termination.
• ***Outpatient centers ONLY - CT credential required no later than 24 months post hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must understand all MRI safety standards and pass the MRI department safety courses with an 80% or better score
• Good communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and patient management skills

Job Responsibilities

• Operates modality specific technical equipment related to patient care imaging, image processing, image transmission, image archiving and computerized electronic medical records.
• Updates the electronic medical records through: Order Entry, Exam Scheduling, Exam Check-in, Begin and End Exams, Exam Verification, Exam Merging, and Image Rejection.
• Ensures accuracy of billing for radiology procedures.
• Provides radiologists and physicians with patient history relative to exam being performed and obtaining informed consent.
• Assists radiologists, as required, in the administration of contrast media and/or radioisotopes during exams.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, sedation/anesthesia personnel and all staff members to ensure a safe outcome for the patient.
• Participates in the department and modality specific quality improvement initiatives, including ACR accreditation.
• Consistently demonstrates proficiency in performing radiologic examinations using appropriate standardized protocols to produce the highest quality images, evaluating images for technical quality prior to sending to picture archiving and communication system for interpretation by radiologists.
• Demonstrates competencies that incorporate age‑specific guidelines, including N = Neonate (less than 30 days), I = Infant (30 days to 1 year), EC = Early Childhood (1-5 years), LC = Late Childhood (5-13 years), A = Adolescent (13-17 years), AD = Adult, and ALL = all ages.
• Includes family/caregiver in patient care and provides effective education appropriate for the learning needs of patient and family.
• Uses critical thinking principles in making decisions which lead to desired outcomes while participating in the achievement of organizational and department goals by following hospital and departmental policies.
• Continually demonstrates service excellence behaviors.
• Attends and/or completes all system and department educational requirements, which include mandatory CBTs and annual competencies.
• Adheres to all MRI safety guidelines, practices, and policies, taking into consideration potential magnetic field interactions of ferromagnetic objects in the MRI environment.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address 2220 North Druid Hills Road

Job Family Radiology

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta has been 100 percent committed to kids for more than 100 years. A not‑for‑profit organization, Children’s is dedicated to making kids better today and healthier tomorrow.

With 3 hospitals, 20 neighborhood locations and a total of 673 beds, Children’s is the largest healthcare provider for children in Georgia and one of the largest pediatric clinical care providers in the country.

Children’s offers access to more than 60 pediatric specialties and programs and is ranked among the top children’s hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.

Children’s has been recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Place to Work, a Best Place for Working Mothers, and as a top employer for diversity and millennials.

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefit package that supports our mission, vision and values. We are proud to offer an array of programs and services to our employees that have distinguished us as a best place to work in the country.

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