MRI Technologist - MRI - PRN - Varies

Davita Inc.; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Radiologic Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging to join their esteemed department. The position requires operating advanced imaging equipment, ensuring the safety and comfort of patients, and maintaining high standards of image quality. A successful candidate will possess relevant certifications and will engage in continuous education within a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency with 2 years of experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years job-specific experience.
• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Radiologic Technologist credentialing required within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and position patients for MRI scans, ensuring correct parameters.
• Monitor and submit high-quality images and data to PACS.
• Maintain equipment and department cleanliness.

Skills

Radiation safety

Patient education

Image quality monitoring

Technical preparation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Technical degree

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY

Shift: PRN, shift and hours will vary based on needs of the department, rotating shifts with weekends, holiday coverage and 2 shifts per month required

Operate a scanner to obtain images used to diagnose and treat of pathologies. - Prepare and position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately to produce cross-sectional images of the body. - Perform patient pre-screening, scheduling, and education related to the examination. - Enter and monitor patient data, transfer images from disk to magnetic media to produce the transparency, and develop film in an automatic processor. - Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines. - Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history). - Ensure equipment is properly functioning. Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. - Assist in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. No additional preferences.

CERTIFICATION/LICENCES REQUIRED:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.


• One or more of the following required:




• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.


• Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.


• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.


• Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.


• Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Providence Hospitals


• Department: Magnetic Resonance Imaging 001


• Shift: Rotating


• Union Code: Not Applicable