MRI Technologist - Reynolds Crossing

Bon Secours; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentives

Referral bonuses

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision coverage

HSAd FS A options

Paid time off

Job summary

Bon Secours is seeking an MRI Technologist for Reynolds Crossing. The role focuses on daily modality operations, MRI procedure execution per protocol, and patient safety. The tech will assist in training new staff and students, while maintaining QC and collaborating with other departments to ensure quality care.

Requirements include MRI Registry (ARRT/ARMRIT), ARRT or ARMRIT-related certifications, and BLS. On-site Virginia location with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Associates degree at ARRT accredited institute preferred.
• MRI Registry from ARRT or ARMRIT required; state licensure preferred in many locations.
• BLS from AHA required at hire for some Bon Secours locations; preferred before independent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Operates MRI system and selects coils, sequences, and parameters per protocol.
• Ensures patient safety and comfort; screens for metal and contraindications.
• Administers IV contrast as required and documents patient history and consent.
• Trains and orients MRI students and new staff; participates in performance-improvement projects.
• Maintains QC and quality control duties; collaborates with other modalities.

Skills

Logical conclusions

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Highly organized

Medical terminology

Flexible

Adaptability

Education

Associate's ARRT accredited institute

Tools

EPIC EHR

PACS

Job description

Who We Are

We believe your best is yet to come. At Bon Secours, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life in giving good help to those in need. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.

Bon Secours

Who We Are

We believe your best is yet to come. At Bon Secours, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life in giving good help to those in need. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.

MRI Technologist - Reynolds Crossing

Job Summary

The MRI Tech is responsible for daily modality operations. They perform Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) according to established protocols and works closely under the direction of the Radiologist and other physicians. They are also expected to contribute to the training and onboarding of new employees and assist in supervision of MRI students.

Essential Functions

• Completes assigned tasks in a time frame appropriate for the situation; demonstrates flexibility to fluctuation in workload.
• Selects and operates the magnetic resonance system, surface coils, physiologic gating devices, and associated equipment to achieve desired results.
• Applies principles of magnetic resonance safety to minimize risk to patient, self, and others.
• Properly positions the patient on the MRI scanning cradle to obtain desired anatomic position; inputs patient information and selects scan parameters for specific exam; scans patients according to established protocol and physician request; performs IV injections and has knowledge of use and care of existing IV’s; administers magnetic contrast agents specific to procedure; manipulates images using a wide variety of available computer functions to optimally visualize desired anatomy; performs quality assurance tests as specified by department protocol; demonstrates and maintains clinical competency as required for the department
• Demonstrates knowledge of direct patient care by evaluating the patient, verifying patient ID, and related information to assure appropriate procedure is performed; explains procedure to patient; prepares patient for procedure by obtaining and recording patient history and consent form (if applicable); properly screens all patients for metal safety; ensures patient comfort, privacy, and safety during procedure; monitors condition of patient and medical equipment that may be disturbed due to the nature of exam and report changes to patient care services; troubleshoots equipment during malfunction in absence of service engineer and reports malfunction to radiology maintenance/supervisor
• Participates in the education/instruction of students and the orientation of new staff.
• Participates in performance improvement projects; assists department in achieving successful results in all federal, state and local agency audits
• Selects appropriate pulse sequences with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
• Maintains controlled access to the magnet room and Zone 2, 3 and 4.
• QC duties/maintenance of QC
• Works closely with other modalities and departments.
• Oversees quality control duties and maintenance of quality control.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

• Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications

• MRI Registry from an accredited organization (ARRT), or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) (required)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
• BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)

OR

• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) in Diagnostic Radiology (required), Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with (RDMS), (ARRT (S)), Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB)
• Advanced MRI Registry (MR) (preferred, or must obtain within two years)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
• BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)

Experience

• 1 year of experience in MRI department in hospital setting (preferred)

Skills & Abilities

• Logical conclusions
• Problem solverCritical thinking
• Highly organized thoughts
• Medical terminology,
• Flexible
• Adapt to change,
• Proactively assists physicians/patients with examinations and/or procedures
• Document all unusual activities
• Obtains and documents appropriate history
• Educates patients regarding type of exam performed and injection of contrast
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information
• Follows OSHA Standards and Universal Precautions

Training

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Range

• Minimum: $35.82
• Maximum: $55.52

As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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