MRI Technologist, weekends

Partner's Healthcare; Chelsea (MA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking for staff

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Mass General Brigham’s MGH Chelsea outpatient imaging team is seeking an MRI technologist to perform MRI studies under general supervision, prepare patients, position, select protocols, acquire and process images, and ensure safety. You may rotate to different MRI scanners and work with radiologists, nurses, and other staff in a team environment.

The role requires a certificate/diploma in medical imaging, ARRT/ARMRIT within 1 year, and BLS within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Certificate/Diploma in medical imaging.
• Associate's degree preferred MRI Registry (ARRT/ARMRIT) within 1 year.
• BLS certification required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI exams under general supervision.
• Prepare patients and position them, select protocols, acquire and process images.
• Ensure patient safety and explain procedures; coordinate with radiologists and nurses.

Education

Certificate/Diploma in medical imaging

Associate's preferred MRI Registered Technologist with ARRT or ARMRIT within 1 year

BLS within 90 days

Job description

Job Summary

• 20K sign on bonusEligible for multiple differentials MGH Chelsea (outpatient)
• Saturdays & Sundays 6:30a-8p
• Team Environment: 2 tech model
• The department currently closes on July 4th, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
• Free on-site parking for staff.
• Mass General Imaging in Chelsea offers the same support, resources and expertise that MGH is known for in a state-of-the-art outpatient imaging suite.

Under general supervision, the MRI technologist will safely perform magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) studies using a magnetic resonance imaging system. The scope of the MRI technologist includes preparing patients, positioning, setting imaging parameters, acquiring images, performing computer processing, and displaying images. The MRI technologist selects appropriate imaging protocols for patient studies and performs quality assurance scans as required. The MRI technologist demonstrates the ability to work cohesively as a team member within the MRI Department and consults appropriate content experts as needed. (ie radiologist, nurse, child life specialist) Staff must demonstrate the ability to rotate to MRI scanners across the assigned department as needed. Per Joint Commission (JC) guidelines, confirms patient name, date of birth, medical record number, and MRI exam ordered with each patient. Demonstrates ability to prepare patient, positions for exam, set imaging parameters per protocol, perform computer processing, and displays images at request for both clinical and research patients. Must be competent in performing routine outpatient exams with and without contrast. Must show the ability to optimize scan parameters due to patient condition to maintain diagnostic quality. Must manage MRI safety components for all exams and participate in clinical care coordination. Inserts IV catheters as need and prepares for and performs intravenous injection of MR contrast agents to include the use of the MR compatible power injector. Understands and can communicate the possible contraindications as well as monitor for and respond to adverse reactions to MR contrast agents. Records all information regarding contrast injections appropriately in electronic medical record (EMR) Performs point of care testing (POCT) where applicable. Instructs patients and visitors on MRI safety procedures and ensures adherence to safety policies by all persons entering the MRI area. Functions as final check point, prior to scanning, for patient safety and protocol clarification per department policy. In addition, Identifies hazardous system malfunctions; secures area and removes patients and personnel from magnet bay during emergency situations. Performs scheduled quality control procedures on MRI scanner and other related equipment. Records QA results as required. Reports any potential equipment related problems to supervisor as necessary. Assists other department staff in various duties as necessary (i.e. scheduling and transporting patients, taking stock inventory, filing, etc.).

Qualifications

• Certificate/Diploma in medical imaging required
• Associate's preferred MRI Registered Technologist with ARRT or ARMRIT within 1 year
• BLS within 90 days

Remote Type OnsiteWork Location 80 Everett AvenueScheduled Weekly Hours 26Employee Type RegularWork Shift Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range $50 - $60.29/HourlyGrade 5

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