MRI Technologist| Weekdays| Sign on Bonus $10,000

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The MRI Technologist performs MRI procedures according to established department policies, procedures, and protocols to provide high-quality patient care. The role includes preparing and administering intravenous contrast, performing venipuncture, processing and archiving images, completing RIS transactions, and supporting accurate medical records and billing. The technologist performs equipment checks and quality assurance, reports malfunctions, follows MRI safety procedures, and coordinates with hospital staff and physicians. The position serves patients from neonatal through geriatric age ranges. It requires explaining procedures and providing age-appropriate patient education, protecting patient privacy, assessing MRI safety eligibility, and monitoring patients for anxiety or clinical difficulties. The technologist contributes to a positive team environment and participates in on-call coverage as needed. This is a full-time weekday position scheduled Monday through Thursday, 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The posting advertises a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.
At least 1 year of relevant work experience.
Licensure or certification: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Responsibilities

Perform MRI procedures according to established department protocols and ensure correct patient information and technical settings before each procedure.
Prepare and administer intravenous contrast media according to protocols and perform venipuncture using sterile technique.
Apply knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy; process, record, archive, and send images to PACS; and complete filming in a timely manner.
Perform tasks associated with MRI examinations in accordance with department and hospital policies, including maintaining an orderly work area and assisting with patient transfers.
Participate in on-call coverage as needed and demonstrate flexibility when workload requires alternate shifts.
Complete RIS transactions, patient exams, and review or correct exam charges to maintain accurate records and billing information.
Perform equipment maintenance checks and quality assurance, report mechanical problems, document equipment downtime, and follow MRI safety and system shutdown procedures.
Communicate and coordinate with hospital staff and physicians, assist with scheduling routine and emergency examinations, and escalate patient-related concerns appropriately.
Demonstrate competency with patients from neonatal through geriatric age ranges; explain procedures, support patient comfort, maintain privacy and confidentiality, assess MRI safety, and monitor patients for anxiety or clinical difficulties.
Identify patient and family learning needs and provide age- and learning-appropriate verbal education about procedures.
Complete required incident, risk management, patient education, discharge, patient history, and department log documentation.
Contribute to a positive work environment through teamwork, professionalism, and effective technical skills.