MRI Technologist (MRI Tech)

Davita Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospital in Alexandria is seeking a dedicated MRI Technologist for a full-time night shift. The role involves patient communication, assisting physicians during MRI procedures, and ensuring safety protocols. A robust benefits package is offered, including education assistance and mental health support.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement matching

Tuition assistance up to $5,250 per year

Mental health support sessions

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school with MRI training.
• ARRT or ARMRIT, CAMRT certification required.
• Basic Life Support certification from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with patients to obtain clinical history and consent.
• Assists in performing various MRI examinations.
• Ensures patient safety and maintains quality images.

Skills

Patient Communication

Clinical History Assessment

Safety Measurement

MRI Knowledge

Education

Graduate of accredited school of radiography

MRI Registry eligible through ARRT

Job description

Inova Alexandria Hospital is looking for a dedicated MRI Technologist to join the team. This role will be a Full Time Night Shift, Monday - Friday 11pm - 7am. Sign-on Bonus & Relocation assistance eligible.

Featured Benefits:

• Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, a robust team member wellness program.


• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.


• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.


• Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year at no cost.

MRI Technologist (MRI Tech) Job Responsibilities:

• Communicates effectively with patients to obtain clinical history/informed consent to assist the physician in optimizing the performance and interpretation of the examination. Explains procedure to patients/families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and ensure patient cooperation.


• Assists the physician in performing a variety of examinations using standard department protocols, isolation precautions and/or sterile technique.


• Utilizes knowledge of IV's, heparin locks and central line usage as they pertain to Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).


• Demonstrates patient safety in department by use of side rails, braking mechanisms and patient monitoring. Reports, documents and corrects any adverse, unsafe or unusual conditions.


• Performs/recognizes the need for routine maintenance of imagers/processors to maintain consistent quality images.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of radiography or graduate of an accredited school of nuclear medicine with MRI training (must be MRI Registry eligible through ARRT).


• License: American Registered Radiologic Technologists, or ARMRIT or CAMRT. CNMT certification in lieu of ARRT is also acceptable. Must obtain MRI certification within 12 months of hire.


• Certification: Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association


• Experience: Prior experience preferred as Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist and/or MRI Technologist in a hospital/healthcare environment or recent student at Inova Health System.