MRI Technologist

RAYUS Radiology•Chelmsford, MA

7d•$31 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

RAYUS Radiology is looking for an MRI Technologist to join their team. They aim to challenge the status quo by making radiology a critical first step in diagnosis and proper treatment. As a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) technologist, you will operate assigned scanner(s) to produce images of the patient's body for diagnostic purposes. Taking a patient-centered approach, you will provide MRI services within professional standards and with excellent customer service. You will guide patients through this sometimes-difficult process by kindly talking them through the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process. This is a part-time position working weekends; 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM.

Requirements

ARRT or ARMRIT registered technologist, current and in good standing, dependent on State regulations and business needs
Graduate of the American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiography
Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
Must have training and experience sufficient to competently perform MRI procedures independently
Certification in imaging specialty

Nice To Haves

Bilingual

Responsibilities

Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient and procedure
Explains and prepares patients for MRI procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately
Performs routine and advanced MRI procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats scanned, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure
Adjusts MRI scan parameters correctly and as needed
Follows physicians' orders precisely, conforms to safety regulations, to and accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)
Maintains an orderly and clean work area including equipment promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workers
Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements
Assists with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgrades
Monitors medical supply inventory and requests supplies as necessary
Assists with training of new associates, providing resource and technical expertise, as applicable
Completes other tasks as assigned