PRN MRI Technologist Float

Akumin Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to cutting-edge technologies

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Job summary

A leading outpatient care provider in Florida seeks an experienced PRN MRI Technologist. The role involves producing high-quality diagnostic images, ensuring patient safety, and administering contrast as per regulations. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 3 years experience, ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification, and strong customer service skills. Responsibilities include training new staff and maintaining high imaging standards. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the healthcare field in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years technologist experience required.
• Ability to work at several locations.
• Registry in Magnetic Resonance by the ARRT preferred.
• CPR Certification, BLS from AHA/ARC.
• ACLS certification where applicable.
• Minimum 3 years technologist experience.
• Ability to work at several locations.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Organizational, multi-tasking, and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce cross-sectional images for medical interpretation.
• Ensure patient safety during MRI procedures.
• Administer and document activities related to contrast administration.
• Interact with healthcare staff and document in patient’s electronic records.
• Train and orient new technologists or assistants.
• Cover shifts as a per-diem technologist across sites and maintain HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Strong customer service skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Basic computer applications knowledge

3+ years experience

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Travel to multiple locations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree or equivalent

ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification

CPR Certification, BLS

ACLS certification where applicable

Tools

EMR systems

PACS

DICOM

Job description

As a **PRN MRI Technologist**, you are required to produce cross-sectional images for medical interpretation through radiofrequencies within a magnetic field for diagnostic purposes. The technologist performs MRI procedures by acquiring and analyzing data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. The technologists independently perform or assist a licensed practitioner in the completion of magnetic resonance imaging procedures. Technologists prepare, administer and document activities related to contrast administration in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy. They will interact with all healthcare staff, many clerical staff members, all patient care departments and with patient’s families and visitors through oral communication and documentation in the patient’s electronic medical record. This position is held accountable for performing the correct MRI exams and producing high quality diagnostic images, while maintaining proficiency and complying with company policies and procedures. The role will require flexibility with availability as a per-diem technologist, responding promptly to requests for coverage due to absences or vacations, and covering at minimum one shift in a 30 day period. **Specific duties include, but are not limited to:*** 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.**Position Requirements:*** High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate's Degree or equivalent experience preferred.* ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification as allowable by contract in lieu of ARRT* State license, if applicable required.* CPR Certification, BLS from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC). ACLS certification where applicable.* Valid state driver’s license, as applicable required.* 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 and programs.* Local travel may be required.**Preferred Requirements**:* 1 year of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Experience* Registry in Magnetic Resonance by the ARRT**Physical Requirements:**The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. The employee will be exposed to a strong magnetic field. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.More than 50% of the time:* Sit, stand, walk.* Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.* See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.Less than 50% of the time:* Stoop, kneel or crawl.* Climb and balance.* Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).**Residents living in CA, NY, Jersey City, NJ, WA and CO click to view pay range information.**Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.Akumin opens the doors to an exceptional career in outpatient care. 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