MRI Technologist - PRN

Akumin; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Akumin is seeking an MRI Technologist responsible for ensuring patient safety and producing high-quality MR studies. You will communicate effectively with customers, including radiologists, and may also train new technologists or patient coordinators.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma and ARRT (R) or ARMRIT certification. This role requires strong customer service and organizational skills, and the ability to work at various locations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate’s Degree preferred.
• ARRT (R), ARRT (MR), or ARMRIT certification required.
• CPR Certification required.
• Ability to work at several locations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety including pre-screening for contraindications.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Train new technologists and/or patient coordinators.
• Communicate effectively with customers and radiologists.

Skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking skills

Basic computer knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree or equivalent

Job description

As an MRI Technologist, you are responsible for patient safety and the performance of high quality MR studies. You ensure effective communication with customers, including radiologists, and may train new technologists and/or patient coordinators.

Responsibilities

• Patient safety, including pre‑screening for contraindications and aseptic injection technique.
• Producing high quality diagnostic images.
• Ordering supplies, cleaning the unit, and assisting in daily patient transport preparations.
• Effectively communicating with customers and/or radiologists.
• Training new technologists and/or patient coordinators.

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• ARRT (R), ARRT (MR), or ARMRIT certified (or contract‑provided) in lieu of ARRT required.
• State license, if applicable.
• CPR Certification required.
• Valid state driver’s license, as applicable.
• Trainees not certified in Magnetic Resonance by the ARRT or ARMRIT must have 6 months of clinical MRI scanning experience.
• Ability to work at several locations.
• Strong customer service, organizational, and multi‑tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.
• Local travel may be required.

Physical Requirements

• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions during patient transport on a mobile unit.
• Exposure to a strong magnetic field.
• Possible exposure to blood, body fluids, and infectious disease.
• More than 50% of the time: sit, stand, walk, repetitive hand, arm, and leg movements; see, speak, and hear to communicate with patients.
• Less than 50% of the time: stoop, kneel, crawl, climb, balance; carry and lift patients for transfer or examination.

Pay Range Information

Pay range information is available for residents living in CA, NY, Jersey City, NJ, WA, and CO.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Vaccination and Background Check

The COVID‑19 vaccination is or may be a condition of employment. All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre‑employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.