MRI Technologist Weekend Nights

Mental Health Association of Rochester; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mental Health Association of Rochester seeks an MRI Technologist to perform and analyze MRI procedures for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research purposes, independently or with licensed practitioners. They prepare and administer medications, ensure patient safety, and optimize imaging protocols while adhering to ALARA principles.

The role includes evaluating image quality, verifying data transfer, educating students and healthcare staff, and assisting with interventional MRI procedures, selecting

Qualifications

• Certification by ARRT, ARMRIT, or NMTCB with MR specialization.
• Graduation from a Radiologic Technology Specialty Training Program; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Knowledge of MRI safety, imaging protocols, and medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Obtain correct orders, identify patients, and document clinical history.
• Use appropriate imaging protocols, optimize technical factors, and ensure patient safety.
• Evaluate images for quality, verify data transfer, and assist with MRI procedures.
• Apply safety principles, educate staff or students, and assist with interventional MRI.
• Participate in departmental improvements and maintain proficiency in routine and complex tasks.

Skills

MRI safety

Imaging protocols

Medication administration

Attention to detail

Technical skills

Educate others

Complex procedures

Quality improvement

Education

ARRT/ARMRIT/NMTCB MR cert

Radiologic Technology Specialty Training Program

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologists perform and analyze MRI procedures for diagnostic, therapeutic, or research purposes, independently or assisting licensed practitioners. They prepare and administer medications, ensure patient safety, and optimize imaging protocols while adhering to safety principles like ALARA. They evaluate image quality, verify data transfer, and educate or monitor students and healthcare providers. They assist with MRI interventional procedures and select appropriate pulse sequences based on protocols. Demonstrating commitment to departmental priorities and maintaining proficiency in all duties is essential.

Qualifications & Skills

• Certification by ARRT, ARMRIT, or NMTCB with (ARRT)-MR or equivalent.
• Graduation from a Radiologic Technology Specialty Training Program; a Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Knowledge of MRI safety, imaging protocols, and medication administration.
• Strong attention to detail, technical skills, and the ability to educate others.
• Ability to perform complex procedures and participate in quality improvement activities.

Key Duties

• Obtain correct orders, identify patients, and document clinical history.
• Use appropriate imaging protocols, optimize technical factors, and ensure patient safety.
• Evaluate images for quality, verify data transfer, and assist with MRI procedures.
• Apply safety principles, educate staff or students, and assist with interventional MRI.
• Participate in departmental improvements and maintain proficiency in routine and complex tasks.