MRI Tech

University Hospitals • Orange, OH

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About The Position

The MRI Tech performs examinations to create detailed images of the body's organs, tissues, and structures for diagnostic purposes. The role collaborates with healthcare professionals to support diagnosis and treatment while providing compassionate care and a positive patient experience. The MRI Tech provides age-specific care from neonates through geriatrics and performs MRI scans as directed by a radiologist. After completing orientation and training, an ARRT-registered technologist may conduct scans independently.

The position uses MRI-specific equipment and technology, maintains safety and cleanliness in the MRI environment, and applies technical, patient-care, and administrative skills to support department operations. It requires effective collaboration and communication with patients, coworkers, and clinical staff, along with familiarity with modality-specific equipment, computers, PACS, EMR, and RIS. The role also answers phones and schedules inpatient requests. The position must comply with policies and standards, including requirements for protecting patient health information (PHI).

Requirements

• Associate degree and completion of an accredited two-year Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology program (ARRT pathway), or associate degree with a primary track in MRI, Nuclear Medicine, or Sonography (MRI/ARDMS/NMTCB pathway).
• Upon hire, hold one of the following: Registered Technologist Radiology (ARRT-R), Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT), Registered Technologist Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T), Registered ARDMS, or be ARRT-MR registry-eligible.
• Meet one of the post-hire certification pathways: ARRT-MR or ARMRIT within two years under the ARRT pathway; or, under the MRI/ARDMS/NMTCB pathway, have ARDMS or NMTCB registration upon hire and obtain ARRT-MR or ARMRIT within six months of hire or transfer.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire.
• Knowledge of sterile and surgical procedures.
• Knowledge of MRI equipment and safety in the MRI environment.
• Knowledge of a radiology information system.
• Basic knowledge of oxygen tanks, suction machines, and emergency equipment.
• Demonstrate effective organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
• Ohio radiologic license is not required for MRI-only practice.

Nice To Haves

• MR scanning experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI scans as directed by a radiologist; after orientation and training, independently conduct scans if ARRT-registered.
• Provide patient care during MRI visits and age-specific care from neonates through geriatrics.
• Apply knowledge of MRI equipment and safety in the MRI environment.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Maintain technical skills and efficiently implement special-procedure technology in the MRI area.
• Take responsibility for self-development and support a learning environment.
• Use administrative skills to contribute to successful department operations.
• Collaborate effectively and promptly with coworkers and clinical staff.
• Use equipment specific to the area, including MR scanners, power injectors, and computers.
• Perform procedures specific to the area.
• Answer phones and arrange schedules for inpatient requests.
• Maintain positive relationships with patients, customers, and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with policies and standards.
• Safely and securely maintain protected health information (PHI) and comply with related training, the UH Code of Conduct, and policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Enhanced PTO for candidates with five or more years of relevant work experience.
• Sign-on bonus: $10,000 for full-time or $5,000 for part-time.
• Loan repayment may be available for new graduates only.
• Tuition reimbursement after six months.
• Career Ladder Progression.
• Free parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree