MRI Technologist -WEEKEND NIGHTS (WASHINGTON)

The George Washington University Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital in Washington, D.C. seeks a skilled imaging specialist to perform advanced imaging studies across multiple modalities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in MRI, CT, and Ultrasound, ensuring patient safety and quality care. Join a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional healthcare and enjoy competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Prescription Plans

401(k)

Qualifications

• Proficient in general diagnostic radiology and various imaging modalities.
• Experience with MRI safety and pre-screening forms.

Responsibilities

• Performs imaging studies in various modalities including MRI, CT, and Ultrasound.
• Ensures safety protocols for MRI operations and patient examinations.
• Works in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Skills

MRI Safety

Diagnostic Radiology

Ultrasound

Mammography

CT

Neuro Scanning

Body Scanning

MSK Scanning

IV Techniques

Tools

5T GE MRI System

Siemens MRI System

Job description

The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region. U.S. News & World Report has just released the 2023-2024 ratings and rankings, in which GW Hospital is recognized as a Best Regional Hospital. GW ranks 5th in the region, which includes hospitals in D.C. and parts of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia.

GW Hospital achieved High Performing status in two specialty areas: Neurology and Neuroscience.

In addition, GW Hospital received “High Performing” designations for the following 10 procedures: COPD, Diabetes, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Kidney Failure, Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma, Lung Cancer Surgery, Pneumonia, Prostate Cancer Surgery, and Stroke.

Measured by factors such as patient outcomes, High Performing is a designation U.S. News & World Report bestows to recognize performance in these specialties that is significantly better than the national average. GW Hospital received the American College of Cardiology’s National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) Chest Pain – Myocardial Infarction (MI) Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2023.

• GW Hospital is the only hospital in Washington, D.C., to be recognized for this service line.

At GW Hospital, we are proud to offer a range of advanced services and treatments. Our multidisciplinary care teams are dedicated to outstanding clinical services, research, and education to improve care, quality, and outcomes for our patients, says Ulises Torres, MD, Chief Quality Officer at GW Hospital. These recognitions by U.S. News & World Report, which place us within the top hospitals in the region, highlight the expertise, commitment, and diligence delivered to each patient in our care.

Children’s National Hospital, GW Hospital’s NICU partner, was recently ranked the number two hospital in the country for neonatology by U.S. News & World Report. In addition to these recent recognitions, GW Hospital also provides high-quality care in the region through its designation as a Level I Trauma Center and as a Comprehensive Stroke Center.

The mission of GWU Hospital is to provide the highest quality healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world-class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs imaging studies specific to special modalities such as Ultrasound, Mammography, Special Procedures, CT, MRI. Must be proficient in all areas of general diagnostic radiology.
• Technically savvy in MRI scanning specifications.
• Required to work in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Ensures implants and metallic objects are evaluated for MRI safety; has experience determining safe operation of pacemakers and appropriate magnetic fields for such operations.
• Understands and utilizes proper MRI pre-screening forms and other forms necessary for safe patient examinations.
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of IV types used in MR and appropriate contrast injection techniques per ACR guidelines. Performs POC testing as required to determine creatinine levels.
• Preferred experience in Cardiac, Breast, and Functional MRI scanning.
• Proficient in Neuro, Body, and MSK scanning.
• Experience with 5T GE and Siemens MRI systems.
• Works in a challenging and rewarding environment.
• Provides competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, 401(k), and more.