Onsite MRI Operator - (X-Ray Technologist)

American Health Imaging; Sandy Springs (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

American Health Imaging is seeking a registered X-Ray Technologist to join our Sandy Springs office as an MRI Operator. This full-time role runs Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.

to 4:30 p.m., and includes preparing patients, ensuring MRI safety, and coordinating with the remote technologist to monitor scans. The position requires ARRT registration and current CPR/BLS, with preferred MRI safety training and prior radiology experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• ARRT Registered.
• BLS (CPR) certification required.
• MRI safety training strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greets, screens, and prepares patients for MRI scans.
• Sets up the MRI suite and patient table per protocol.
• Assists with setup of power injectors as needed.
• Serves as onsite safety observer during virtual MRI scanning.
• Maintains MRI safety policies and room readiness between patients.
• Coordinates with remote technologist to ensure image quality.

Skills

MRI safety

Patient care

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School Diploma

ARRT Registered

BLS/CPR

MRI safety training

Tools

MRI equipment

Job description

American Health Imaging is seeking a registered X-Ray Technologist to join our Sandy Springs office as an MRI Operator. This full-time position offers a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Virtual MRI Onsite Operator support s a credentialed Virtual Steering MRI Technologist with virtual MRI scanning by serving as the hands‑on support at the imaging site. This position is responsible for preparing patients, ensuring compliance with MRI safety protocols (Zones 3 & 4), managing equipment setup, and monitoring scans conducted by the Virtual Steering MRI technologists.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates the company’s values in daily.
• Greets, screens, changes, and prepares patients for MRI scans, ensuring comfort and safety.
• Sets up the MRI suite and patient table in accordance with the protocol for each exam.
• Assists with setup of power injectors as needed (dependent on site vendor and remote capabilities).
• Serves as the onsite safety observer and technical aide during the virtual MRI scanning process.
• Assists with on‑site patient emergencies until further medical help arrives.
• Maintains strict compliance with MRI safety policies, especially related to Zones 3 and 4.
• Resets and cleans the MRI suite between patients, including coil changes and room preparation.
• Communicates effectively with the remote steering technologist to coordinate scanning, troubleshoot issues, and ensure image quality.
• Assists Virtual Steering MRI Technologist with documentation of any issues, patient reactions, or equipment concerns.
• Completes other tasks and projects as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of and adherence to company policies and protocols
• Knowledge of and adherence to HIPAA and safety guidelines
• Knowledge of MRI principles and scanning workflow.
• Knowledge of and adherence to MRI safety protocols and potential hazards.
• Knowledge of MRI equipment, including coils, scanners, and injectors.
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of basic-level computer skills
• Skill in basic technology troubleshooting (e.g., headset/audio resets, injector issues, connectivity).
• Skill in organizing and prioritizing work and following assignments through to completion.
• Skill in written and verbal communication.
• Skill in patient observation, with the ability to recognize patient discomfort or MRI safety risks during the scan.
• Ability to manage patient flow and room turnover efficiently and safely.
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective in a fast‑paced or high‑stress environment.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to constant change.
• Ability to effectively handle details with accuracy.
• Ability to manage the schedule to ensure work is completed
• Ability to deliver high-quality customer service to internal and external customers by communicating with integrity and compassion.
• Ability to resolve service recovery issues and understand when to escalation to the next level
• Ability to convey complex subject matter clearly and engagingly

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Radiology Technology student or 12 months of previous experience in diagnostic radiology or other imaging modality preferred
• ARRT Registered
• Medical Assistant or any previous patient care/medical care role preferred
• Current BLS (CPR) certification.
• Prior MRI safety training strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy lifting: up to 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand, stoop and lift and walk without restrictions.
• Requires computer-related activities for extended periods of time
• Requires the ability to see, hear, speak, write and key

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