Part-Time PRN MRI Technologist — Flexible Coverage

Akumin; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Akumin is seeking a PRN MRI Technologist to join our diagnostic imaging team in Texas. You will produce cross-sectional MRI images and assist with contrast administration, while coordinating with radiologists and clinical staff.

The role requires ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification, state licensure where applicable, and strong patient care skills. Per-diem availability across multiple sites, with flexible shifts and travel between locations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree preferred.
• ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification as allowable by contract.
• State license, if applicable.
• CPR/BLS from AHA or ARC; ACLS where applicable.
• Valid state driver’s license, if applicable.
• Minimum 3 years technologist experience.
• Ability to work at several locations.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Organizational, multi-tasking, and critical thinking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications.
• Local travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for Patient Safety, including pre-screening for contra-indications, restricting patients, staff, and visitor access related to zones, screening, equipment, and exam scanning as deemed necessary and exercise individual thought, judgment and discretion in the performance of the procedure, aseptic injection technique and may require oversight of remote MRI Technologist Assistants.
• Produces high quality diagnostic images in accordance with company imaging protocols, RadSite Accreditation guidelines, and ARRT/ARMRIT practice standards. Knowledge and ability to demonstrate competency of differing MR equipment and power injection equipment. Maintain levels of quality that meet or exceed customer expectations through process improvement and a team-oriented approach. Complete annual and on-going education and site specific competencies/in-services as designated by leadership.
• Effectively communicates with customers and/or radiologists. Demonstrates the ability to use all channels of communications to address concerns, solve problems, and address conflict. Maintain confidentiality in matters relating to patients, family and staff in compliance with HIPAA.
• Demonstrate independent competency in contrast safety and administration, including starting and discontinuing peripheral IV’s, and administration of contrast through other vascular access points such as ports, CVL’s and PICC lines if indicated. Demonstrate proficiency of Akumin’s EMR systems, as well as PACS and DICOM systems for image sharing and interpretation.
• Train and orient new technologists, patient coordinators and MR Technologist Assistants, on site and/or through a remote command center as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Patient Safety

Communication

Customer service

Organization

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience preferred

State license where applicable

Tools

EMR systems

PACS

DICOM

Job description

Akumin is seeking a PRN MRI Technologist to join our diagnostic imaging team in Texas. You will produce cross-sectional MRI images and assist with contrast administration, while coordinating with radiologists and clinical staff.

The role requires ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification, state licensure where applicable, and strong patient care skills. Per-diem availability across multiple sites, with flexible shifts and travel between locations.