MRI Technologist

Shields Health Solutions•Portsmouth, NH

21d•$40 - $60

About The Position

Shields Health Care Group is seeking an MRI Technologist to provide professional, caring service in a fast-paced, multitasked clinical environment. The role supports patient safety and comfort while delivering MRI examinations in accordance with applicable Shields and partner-hospital policies, procedures, protocols, and credentialing requirements. The technologist explains exams to patients, screens for contraindications and hazards, positions patients, maintains contact during scans, performs examinations according to center protocols, and administers intravenous contrast. The role also includes completing exam forms, entering patient data, providing films or CDs when appropriate, forwarding imaging data to radiologists, assisting clerical staff as needed, and cleaning and restocking equipment and rooms. Other duties may include work of a lower or equivalent classification, or higher-classification work for training, development, or situational needs. The position requires prior MRI scanning experience, MRI/ARRT/CPR certifications (with ARMRIT accepted at some locations), and strong interpersonal skills. Physical requirements include extended computer use, assisting patients with mobility difficulties, and pushing, pulling, and lifting at least 25 pounds; these requirements may be met with or without accommodation. Some inpatient locations may require participation in a call schedule or rotation. The stated pay range is $40–$60 per hour, plus benefits; individual pay depends on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Requirements

Prior MRI scanning experience.
MRI, ARRT, and CPR certifications; ARMRIT certification is accepted at some locations.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to sit and use a computer for extended periods.
Ability to assist patients with mobility difficulties.
Ability to push, pull, and lift a minimum of 25 pounds; requirements may be met with or without accommodation.
Some inpatient locations may require participation in a call schedule or rotation.

Responsibilities

Follow applicable policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
Explain all aspects of the examination to patients at their level of understanding.
Ensure patients are cleared of contraindications and hazards.
Position patients accurately and ensure their comfort.
Maintain visual and verbal contact with patients during examinations.
Perform scans according to the center’s protocol.
Administer intravenous contrast.
Complete forms pertaining to patient examinations.
Record patient data in the Tech Data Entry program.
Provide and issue films or CDs when appropriate.
Forward data and films or CDs to the radiologist upon completion of the examination.
Assist clerical staff as circumstances arise.
Clean and resupply equipment and rooms as needed.
Maintain training and licenses required by the credentialing policy.
Perform work of a lower or equivalent classification as required or directed, and higher-classification work for training, development, or when situationally warranted.