MRI Technologist

Midstate Radiology Associates•Southington, CT

6d•$37 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

Midstate Radiology Associates (MRA) is hiring a full-time MRI Technologist to work as a float technologist at acute care locations, including MidState Medical Center, Hospital of Central Connecticut, and Bradley Memorial Campus. The role operates MRI equipment and performs diagnostic and therapeutic MRI procedures according to established protocols to support physician diagnosis and treatment. It requires Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer (MRSO) certification; when not floating, the technologist performs MRI implant verification and protocoling. The position follows departmental, hospital, state, ACR, TJC, and OSHA policies and procedures. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, totaling 40 hours per week. Candidates may be required to rotate on a night, weekend, or holiday call schedule and cover ancillary offices as needed. The role involves OSHA Class 1 exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may involve physical lifting and walking. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered to well-qualified candidates. Compensation is $37.00 to $56.48, plus applicable shift differentials, based on qualifications and experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an AMA-approved radiology program.
Registered with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT).
MRI certification, or obtain it within six months of hire.
Connecticut state license.
MSRO certification.
Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer (MRSO) certification.
Maintain continuing education credits as required by licensure.
Ability to operate MRI equipment.
Ability to organize and monitor patient flow to meet productivity, quality, health, and safety standards.
Effective communication with patients, relatives, medical staff, and coworkers.
Ability to maintain patient-record confidentiality and organize and complete work according to required workloads.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow internal quality standards and government regulations, and understand and follow specifications and instructions.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies.
Ability to maintain basic life support (CPR).
Venipuncture certificate where applicable.
CPR certification may be required.

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 scanning procedures, selecting appropriate techniques based on patient age and diagnosis to produce accurate cross-sectional images.
Assist radiologists during 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 MRI safety policies.
Maintain MRI equipment in good operating order; clean and disinfect equipment and work areas after each use, keep the work area orderly, and report hazards or equipment breakdowns to a supervisor.
Demonstrate yearly competencies and the knowledge and behaviors needed to meet patients’ needs based on age, condition, and special requirements.
Review physician orders, requisitions, relevant laboratory results, and patient charts to confirm completeness and 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, correctly identify and process images, set up films in the PACS system, and enter procedure data in the RIS to capture charges and other relevant information.
Use appropriate computer skills to prepare reports and correspondence.
Perform and document weekly equipment quality assurance testing according to established protocols.
Work collaboratively with department members and other units to provide quality service.
Provide clinical supervision and instruction to students, applying departmental policies, procedures, and clinical competency processes to evaluate student progress and competence.
Perform MRI implant verification and protocoling when not floating.
Cover ancillary offices as needed and participate in night, weekend, and/or holiday call rotations when required.