MRI Technologist (Sign-On Bonus)

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Michigan seeks an MRI Technologist responsible for performing MRI exams safely and efficiently. Candidates should be skilled in communicating effectively with patients and ensuring high-quality imaging results. Join a prestigious medical institution and contribute to advancements in patient care and technology in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage effective on day one

2:1 match on retirement savings

Qualifications

• Must be MRI Registry eligible, certification required from ARRT or ARMRIT.
• Previously certified in XR, CT, or US required for cross-trainer candidates.

Responsibilities

• Complete MRI exams as per Radiologist requests and ensure patient safety.
• Select appropriate imaging coils and operate MR equipment.
• Evaluate images for technical quality and provide patient instruction.

Skills

Patient Safety

Technical Skills

Communication

Education

Graduation from a school of radiologic technology

Job description

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

Completing MRI exams prescribed by a Radiologist that are completed on/at the posted shift/site once competencies have been acquired.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

• Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure, assuring that no contraindication to a safe and/or diagnostic procedure exists and that this information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner and HIPAA disclosure.
• Position patients, using appropriate hearing protection and immobilizing techniques pertinent to an age specific population.
• Apply principles of MR safety for patient, self, and others to provide an MR compatible environment in which to perform diagnostic procedures.
• Position patients to best demonstrate an anatomic area of interest, while respecting patient's ability, comfort, and safety.
• Selects appropriate imaging coil and operate MR equipment according to the established protocols.
• Evaluates images for technical quality, assuring proper identification is recorded.
• Prepares, identifies and/or administers contrast media under the direction of a Radiologist and Department protocol.
• Provides instruction for patients, students and/or health care professionals.
• Understands and apply Guest Relation skills.Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Ensures that the scan room and the control room are stocked appropriately with the necessary items to conduct and safe MRI exam. (IV supplies, Linens)
• Stay in constant communication with technologists and lead technologists.
• Train new staff to meet department requirements.
• Take on the role of Lead Technologist and PCT when these positions have been acutely vacated.
• Always maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Required Qualifications*

• Graduation from a school of radiologic technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (MR) or registration as a Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT). The first attempt must be within 6 months from hire/transfer. 3 attempts must be completed within 18 months from hire/transfer.
• MRI Registry eligible, Certification and Registration via ARRT or ARMRIT First attempt must be within 6 months from hire/transfer. 3 attempts must be completed within 18 months from hire/transfer.
• Cross-trainer Candidates (Currently certified in XR, CT, US, ND) must pass their MRI board up to 2 years from their hire date

Desired Qualifications*

• Recent hospital-based MRI experience
• MRI advanced imaging and research experience
• Epic experience
• IV Experience

Work Schedule

Work Locations

University Hospital

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process maybegin as early as the eighth day after posting.Thisopening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.