PRN MRI Technologist - Multisite Imaging

Akumin; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Akumin MRI Technologist role in Massachusetts focuses on patient safety, high-quality diagnostic imaging, and proficient use of EMR/PACS/DICOM systems. You will train staff, ensure compliance with RadSite and ARRT/ARMRIT standards, and collaborate with radiologists to address patient needs.

The position requires ARRT MR or ARMRIT certification where applicable, CPR/BLS, and ACLS as needed, with travel to multiple sites.

Qualifications

• 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 AHA or 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.

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

Independent judgment

Training/Mentoring

Travel to multiple locations

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification

CPR Certification/BLS

ACLS certification

Valid state driver’s license

Tools

EMR systems

PACS

DICOM

Job description

Akumin MRI Technologist role in Massachusetts focuses on patient safety, high-quality diagnostic imaging, and proficient use of EMR/PACS/DICOM systems. You will train staff, ensure compliance with RadSite and ARRT/ARMRIT standards, and collaborate with radiologists to address patient needs.

The position requires ARRT MR or ARMRIT certification where applicable, CPR/BLS, and ACLS as needed, with travel to multiple sites.