MRI Tech III
About The Position
Reporting to the MRI Director/Technical Director, performs all MR imaging exams and procedures in accordance with BIDMC policy and procedures and the ARRT scope of practice. Performs MRI screening and safety for all patients, IV insertions and contrast injections, patient preparation, explanation of exams, ensuring imaging and billing process is complete. Technologist hired at this level will have a proven record of superior level of understanding of MRI physics. This technologist will process exceptional problem skills and self-directed as related to MRI scanning and sequences.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in Allied Health required. Bachelor's degree in Allied Health preferred.
- Registration American Registry of Rad Tech required., and Certificate 1 Basic Life Support required., and RT(MR), ARMRIT, or CAMRT registered as an MR technologist.
- 3-5 years related work experience required. New hires will have 30 days to provide BLS certification. Certification has to be with the American Heart Association (AHA).
- MRI experience including complex angiographic, cardiac and body imaging and expertise with 3D reconstructions.
- Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.
Nice To Haves
- Teaching experience on a one to one level and in a classroom setting
- Experience creating educational material for presentation or publication
Responsibilities
- Prepares and positions patients for MRI of various parts of the body. Positioning includes setting up equipment (coils, monitoring devices, etc.) and patient in relation to each other to provide best demonstration of body part under study. Is able to lift and postion all coils.
- Screens patients and personnel for any ferrous metal implants or other objects on them.
- Selects appropriate pulse sequences from monitoring console for scan procedures. Records all pulse sequences implemented for exam.
- Evaluates results of scanning procedure for quality of results and completeness. Recognizes problems and rectifies with respect to selection made of operation.
- Sends images to PACS system, evaluates exam for completeness, and verifies exam in timely manner. Develops a working knowledge of all PACS capabilities.
- Responds to patient's physical and psychological needs. Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner without causing unnecessary anxiety. Observes patient's conditions and reports any changes to nurse or physician.
- Starts an intravenous line on patients requiring IV contrast for the MRI examination with consideration to patients' pain tolerance, anxieties and fears. Monitors patient for contrast reactions and reports any problems promptly to a radiologist, the code team, or both, as indicated.
Benefits
- When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
- $10,000 Bonus Eligible!
- Full time status at BIDMC is considered for schedules greater than or equal to 30 hours per week; part time status is 20 to 29 hours per week.
- Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging.
- We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life.
- While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.
- Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
