MRI Technologist

Midstate Radiology Associates•New Britain, CT

7d•$36 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

Midstate Radiology Associates is hiring a full-time MRI Technologist at the Hospital of Central Connecticut in Plainville. The role operates MRI equipment and performs diagnostic and therapeutic MRI procedures according to established protocols to assist physicians with diagnosis and treatment. The technologist follows department, hospital, state, ACR, TJC, and OSHA policies and procedures. The schedule is Monday and Friday, 8:00 AM–8:00 PM, with a rotating Tuesday, 8:00 AM–8:00 PM, or Sunday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. The position is listed as 34 weekly hours. Compensation ranges from $35.50 to $54.41, plus applicable shift differentials, based on qualifications and experience. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered to well-qualified candidates. The position includes MRI scanning, assisting with complex invasive exams, starting and assessing IV sites, and administering contrast according to protocols. It also involves MRI safety, equipment maintenance and quality assurance, patient and exam documentation, image processing and archiving, preparing exams for radiologist interpretation, and entering procedure information into RIS. The technologist collaborates with other staff and provides clinical supervision and instruction to students. The role may include night, weekend, or holiday call, coverage of ancillary offices, and exposure to bloodborne pathogens; physical lifting and/or walking may be involved.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an AMA-approved radiology program.
Registration with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT).
MRI certification, or obtain it within six months of hire.
Connecticut state license.
CPR certification may be required; ability to maintain basic life support (CPR) is specified.
Maintain continuing education credits as required by licensure.
Working knowledge of radiological technology, including anatomy, medical and surgical disease, and relevant scientific principles.
Knowledge of patient care standards, quality assurance, customer service, OSHA principles and practices, and TJC standards of practice.
Ability to operate MRI equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, medical staff, and coworkers.
Venipuncture certificate where applicable.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow internal quality standards, government regulations, specifications, and instructions.
Ability to schedule and organize work and maintain patient flow.
May be required to rotate on night, weekend, and/or holiday call schedules.
May be required to cover ancillary offices as needed.
OSHA Class 1 exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
Physical lifting and/or walking may be involved.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience as a radiological technologist.
Associate or Applied Science degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic MRI scans using appropriate techniques and patient assessments to produce technically accurate images for radiologist diagnosis and treatment.
Assist radiologists with complex invasive MRI exams using proper sterile technique and producing MRI images.
Start intravenous sites, assess existing sites, and inject intravenous contrast according to established protocols.
Follow the site’s MRI safety policy.
Maintain MRI equipment and the work area; clean and disinfect equipment and the area after each use, and report hazards or equipment breakdowns to a supervisor.
Demonstrate yearly competencies in conducting examinations and meeting patients’ needs based on age, condition, or special requirements.
Review physician orders, requisitions, laboratory results, and patient charts to ensure the correct procedure and protocol are performed.
Document relevant patient and examination information and store computerized images for future reference or retrieval.
Prepare examinations for radiologist interpretation, including identification and processing; set up films in PACS and accurately enter procedure and charge information in RIS.
Use computer skills to prepare reports and correspondence as needed by the department.
Perform and document weekly equipment quality assurance testing according to established protocols.
Work collaboratively with the department and other units to provide quality service.
Provide clinical supervision and instruction to students, including evaluating their growth and competence in radiographic procedures.
Schedule, organize, and monitor patient flow and complete work according to required workloads and applicable productivity, quality, health, and safety standards.
Maintain confidentiality of patient records and respond calmly and effectively in emergencies.