MRI Technologist (PRN) — Flexible Scheduling & Benefits

Akumin; Rowlett (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Cross training opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA with employer contributions

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Defined PTO and sick time

Job summary

Akumin is hiring an MRI Technologist for our Dallas-area Texas facilities on a PRN, part-time basis. You will ensure patient safety, acquire high-quality diagnostic MRI images, and follow imaging protocols across sites.

Proficiency with EMR, PACS, and DICOM is expected, along with strong communication and customer service skills. Requires ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT where allowed by contract, state licensing, CPR/BLS, and at least 3 years of technologist experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate's Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification as allowable by contract in lieu of ARRT
• State license, if applicable required.
• CPR Certification, BLS from AHA or ARC. ACLS where applicable.
• Valid state driver’s license, as applicable required.
• Minimum 3 years technologist experience.
• Ability to work at several locations.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Organizational, multi-tasking, and critical thinking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.
• Local travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for Patient Safety, including pre-screening for contra-indications, restricting patients, staff, and visitor access related to zones, screening, equipment, and exam scanning as deemed necessary and exercise individual thought, judgment and discretion in the performance of the procedure, aseptic injection technique and may require oversight of remote MRI Technologist Assistants.
• Produces high quality diagnostic images in accordance with company imaging protocols, RadSite Accreditation guidelines, and ARRT/ARMRIT practice standards. Knowledge and ability to demonstrate competency of differing MR equipment and power injection equipment.
• Maintain levels of quality that meet or exceed customer expectations through process improvement and a team-oriented approach.
• Complete annual and on-going education and site specific competencies/in-services as designated by leadership.
• Effectively communicates with customers and/or radiologists. Demonstrates the ability to use all channels of communications to address concerns, solve problems, and address conflict.
• Maintain confidentiality in matters relating to patients, family and staff in compliance with HIPAA.
• Demonstrate independent competency in contrast safety and administration, including starting and discontinuing peripheral IV’s, and administration of contrast through other vascular access points such as ports, CVL’s and PICC lines if indicated.
• Demonstrate proficiency of Akumin’s EMR systems, as well as PACS and DICOM systems for image sharing and interpretation.
• Train and orient new technologists, patient coordinators and MR Technologist Assistants, on site and/or through a remote command center as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Patient Safety

Communication

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Critical thinking

Computers

Education

High School diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

EMR systems

PACS

DICOM

Job description

Akumin is hiring an MRI Technologist for our Dallas-area Texas facilities on a PRN, part-time basis. You will ensure patient safety, acquire high-quality diagnostic MRI images, and follow imaging protocols across sites.

Proficiency with EMR, PACS, and DICOM is expected, along with strong communication and customer service skills. Requires ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT where allowed by contract, state licensing, CPR/BLS, and at least 3 years of technologist experience.