MRI Technologist - Per Diem

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital in Boston is seeking an MRI Technologist who is responsible for high-quality patient care during MRI procedures. This role requires proper patient positioning, equipment maintenance, and adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess an Associate's Degree in Diagnostic Imaging and relevant certifications, ensuring optimal quality in diagnostic procedures.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years MRI Technologist experience with diverse patient populations required.
• Registered Technologist (ARRT) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications preferred.
• Ability to perform equipment maintenance and quality assurance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Position and immobilize patients for MRI scans.
• Prepare and clean the scanner room and equipment.
• Conduct daily quality assurance on MRI equipment.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Independence

Teaching

Business Acumen

Education

Associate's Degree Diagnostic Imaging

Job description

Summary
Responsible for providing quality patient care while producing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures safely while operating the MRI equipment in order to obtain diagnostic scans

Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes

Essential Functions
-Accountable for the positioning and immobilization of patients and proper selection of technical factors along with computer reformatting of acquired data to obtain magnetic resonance scans procedures of optimal quality.

-Prepares patients for procedures which may include transporting, transferring, immobilizing, and positioning patients.

-Explains procedures to patients taking into consideration physical and emotional needs

-Prepares and cleans the equipment and scanner room for each patient. Stocks and supplies room as needed

-Performs daily quality assurance on MRI scanners and verifies the safe operation of all other patient equipment and notifies appropriate personnel of equipment malfunctions and needed repairs

-Maintains pertinent records

-May provide assistance to new staff or students

Education
Associate's Degree Diagnostic Imaging required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Radiologic Technologist [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Registered Technologist [ARRT-R] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Magnetic Resonance Imaging [ARRT-MR] - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred Personal Drivers License (New Hampshire) - New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles preferred Magnetic Resonance Tech [MRI - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy preferred

Experience
MRI Tech experience with multiple patient populations 1-2 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to effectively evaluate and problem solve.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to guide, teach, and motivate others.
- Good business acumen skills.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.