MRI Technologist - St. Francis Medical Center - Weekend Only

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

403(b) with employer contributions

Paid time off & parental leave

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking an MRI Technologist for St. Francis Medical Center on weekends to operate MRI systems and ensure high-quality imaging. The role includes training new staff and supporting patient safety practices in a busy hospital setting.

You will collaborate with radiologists, perform scans as ordered, and contribute to ongoing QA projects while maintaining excellent patient care and protocol adherence.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree (preferred) and ARRT MRI registry or ARMRIT.
• MRI Registry from ARRT/ARMRIT required.
• State licensure preferred where applicable.
• BLS certification required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI system and coils per protocol.
• Assist in training and onboarding of new staff.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort during procedures.
• Participate in QA and performance improvement.

Skills

MRI operation

Patient care

Safety procedures

Image quality

Equipment troubleshooting

Education

ARRT MRI Registry/ARMRIT

State licensure (preferred)

Tools

EPIC EHR

PACS

Job description

About Us

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

About Us

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 - St. Francis Medical Center - Weekend Only

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

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 solver
• Critical 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

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.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]