MRI Technologist, Rogers, 10K Bonus

867250 - UH-Otpt Imaging Rogers MRI; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Southwestern in Dallas, TX is seeking an MRI Technologist to perform imaging exams under minimal supervision, ensuring protocol accuracy and adherence to safety standards. The role involves coordinating with physicians, radiologists, and technologists to deliver high-quality diagnostic images.

Required credentials include BLS and ARRT-MR or ARMRIT upon hire, with 2 years MRI experience preferred. Shift is Thur-Fri 8:30 AM–9 PM and Sat-Sun 7:30 AM–4 PM, offering a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• 2 years of MRI experience
• BLS certification required by start
• ARRT-MR or ARMRIT certification upon hire

Responsibilities

• Review physician orders and select MRI protocol.
• Screen patients for MRI safety and contraindications.
• Perform MRI scans and post-processing as required.
• Ensure accurate patient identification and documentation.
• Coordinate with radiologists and physicists for optimal imaging.

Skills

Patient interaction

Team collaboration

Safety protocols

Tools

MRI equipment

PACS/EMR systems

Job description

Job Description - MRI Technologist, Rogers, 10K Bonus (984701)

Job Description

MRI Technologist, Rogers, 10K Bonus - ( 984701 )

Description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Works under minimal supervision with the physicians to perform MRI imaging exams, exam protocols, accreditation, operations, and facilitation of equipment maintenance.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Licenses and Certifications
  BASIC LIFE SUPPORT certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) by first day of employment Upon Hire and
  (ARRT-MR) Magnetic Resonance Imaging American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Upon Hire or
  American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) Upon Hire

Preferred

• Experience
  2 years of MRI experience

Shift: Thur-Fri, 8:30AM-9PM; Sat-Sun, 7:30AM-4PM

JOB DUTIES

• Review physician orders for accuracy, diagnosis, sedation, and applicability to the MRI protocol. Screen patients for MRI appropriateness and review any contraindications for exams including implants, metallic devices, or other foreign objects, which would prohibit or modify the MRI exam. Discuss findings with the physicist and radiologist as applicable. If modification of a MRI protocol is necessary consult with radiologist to determine appropriate sequences, parameters, etc. Document changes as appropriate in electronic health record. Ensure other resources such as nursing have been schedule accordingly.
• Interviews patient (two patient identifier), conducts patient screening and obtains medical history pertaining to procedure's clinical criteria. Explains procedure and instructs patient on necessary requirements needed to provide diagnostic images. Answers questions/screening concerning procedures and IV contrast for relevant exams. Assists the physician as needed in performing procedures. Ensures that images and records are properly completed with patient identification data and appropriate labeling.
• Utilizes technical knowledge and skills to perform procedures accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with age specific criteria. Completes exam charges and image documentation in a timely manner. Administers intravenous injections of contrast material as appropriate, observes patients for adverse reactions.
• Performs MRI ensuring that patient meets safety requirements to MRI contraindications. Assist patient in dressing for exam and attends to patient's physical well-being while transporting to and from exam room and positioning for exam. Instructs/communicates with patient and/or patient's family (as appropriate) regarding the tests to be performed and evaluates the patient's ability to tolerate.
• Performs QC testing and reports problems with MRI systems and workstations to the service engineer/biomed, with additional correspondence sent to the physicist and imaging leadership.
• Maintains various data sets (ex. Baseline scans, 12 month scans, 24 month scans) and archives. Performs data calculations, scoring and statistical analyses while following established QC standards for digital images. Participates in accreditation imaging requirements.
• Performs post processing on MRI systems and remote workstations. May include, but not limited to, MIPing, MPR, 3-D rendering, qualitative and color mapping for breast imaging, ADC mapping and color mapping of diffusion scans, cardiac analysis to assess cardiac function including ejection fractions and wall thickness, spectroscopy