MRI Technologist - Day - Full Time Flex - Pike Creek

ChristianaCare•Wilmington, DE

15d•$38 - $52

About The Position

ChristianaCare, a nonprofit health system with a mission of service, is recruiting a full-time flex MRI Technologist at its Pike Creek location. The role performs MRI procedures and quality control under departmental protocols, supports patient care and workflow coordination, and ensures accurate documentation and compliance with applicable regulations and safety standards. The position works 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., with one day off per pay period (every two weeks) and one Saturday worked every three months. Flexibility in hours and the ability to work at alternate locations as needed are required. Compensation is $38.13 to $52.43, based on experience; the actual offer depends on individual skills, experience, and qualifications.

Requirements

Experience as an MR Technologist.
ARRT Registered Technologist credential.
ARRT Advanced MRI Certification within two years of hire.
Cerner training.
Excellent customer service and telephone skills.
Flexibility in hours and willingness to work at alternate locations as needed.
Ability to work independently.
Completion of an accredited two-year radiologic technology program and ARRT registry in radiologic technology.
Completion of the ARRT MRI registry within two years of hire; passing the MRI Registry exam is a job requirement.
State licensure on Radiation Protection.
Formal and/or on-the-job training in cross-sectional anatomy.
Associate’s degree; candidates must attain an Associate of Science degree, which may be substituted within a related field, within three years of their start date under an Education Agreement signed as a condition of employment.
CPR certification.
Yearly PEEPS certification for proper and safe positioning and transfer of patients.
Completion of an IV training course.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in using MRI units, radiology-supported computer systems, and CD burners.
Perform MRI procedures and quality control according to departmental protocols.
Conduct MRI safety screenings for patients and research implanted devices before scanning.
Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, ACR requirements, state licensure requirements, and Joint Commission regulations.
Complete assigned technical imaging and non-imaging procedures within scheduled times.
Enter accurate patient study information into clinical care systems.
Assist with coordinating workflow and patient care activities.
Obtain clinical history regarding the reason for examination and obtain appropriate consent.
Verify insurance pre-authorization according to departmental protocols before scanning patients.
Maintain patient confidentiality and use two patient identifiers at all times.
Obtain IV access and assess patients for adverse reactions or changes in status.
Demonstrate proficiency in using contrast media injectors.
Perform i-STAT testing and accurately calculate GFR according to established departmental policies and procedures.