MRI Technologist PRN

Inuplands; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health is seeking a PRN MRI Technologist for the Arnett Hospital location in Indiana. The role requires knowledge of MRI safety zones, patient screening, IV access, and contrast administration, with close collaboration with radiologists and physicians.

The ideal candidate will ensure safe, comfortable patient experiences, document care in the EMR, and assist with QC and occasional procedures as needed. MRI experience is preferred for this PRN position.

Qualifications

• MRI safety protocols and zones.
• Screen patients for safety concerns before scanning.
• Administer IV contrast as required.
• Work with radiologists and referring physicians.
• Document in EMR and ensure QC is performed.

Responsibilities

• Educates patients on MRI procedures and safety.
• Obtains IV access and administers contrast.
• Ensures the MRI environment remains safe for patients and staff.
• Collaborates with radiologists and physicians for referrals.

Skills

MRI safety

Patient screening

Contrast administration

Cross-sectional anatomy

EMR documentation

Team collaboration

Job description

Are you an upcoming diagnostic radiology technologist graduate or recent graduate? Please apply through our pipeline requisition here: www.iuhealth.org/ApplyNow. This pipeline allows the IU Health Talent Acquisition team to connect upcoming and recent diagnostic radiology technologist graduates with opportunities that best align with their unique skills and interests. Thank you for your interest in joining the team!

This is a PRN MRI Technologist role at our Arnett Hospital location.

Job Description

Possesses knowledge of MRI safety and safety zones. Reviews patient history and screens for safety concerns (ferromagnetic objects, implanted devices, etc.). Educates patients on what to expect and ensures they are safe and comfortable during their scan. Obtains IV access, prepares and administers contrast and is familiar with recognizing and responding to adverse contrast events. Possesses advanced knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy. Ensures the MRI environment remains safe by screening all visitors and team members entering the MRI environment. Displays knowledge of scanning protocols and adjusts to ensure diagnostic images. Performs routine QC and ensures equipment is functioning properly. Collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians. Documents necessary information in EMR. Assists with minimally invasive procedures as needed.

Requirements

• Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
• Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning. MRI experience is preferred.
• Requires advanced certification through one of the following: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: Registered Technologist - Magnetic Resonance, RT(MR) ; or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT): Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (RMRIT), within 12 months of hire.
• May be required to meet registry/certification requirements for another modality, if applicable.
• May require license from Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH), if applicable.
• MRI experience is preferred.