MRI Technologist

Midstate Radiology Associates•Meriden, CT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Midstate Radiology Associates is hiring a full-time, first-shift MRI Technologist who floats among its acute care locations: MidState Medical Center, Hospital of Central Connecticut, and Bradley Memorial Campus. The role requires Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer (MRSO) certification. When not floating, the technologist performs MRI implant verification and protocoling. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., for 40 hours per week. The technologist operates MRI equipment and performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to established protocols to assist physicians with diagnosis and treatment. The position follows department, hospital, state, ACR, TJC, and OSHA policies and procedures. Compensation is $37.00–$56.48 per hour, plus applicable shift differentials, based on qualifications and experience. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered to well-qualified candidates.

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.
MSRO certification.
CPR certification may be required; ability to maintain basic life support (CPR).
Maintain continuing education credits required for licensure.
Working knowledge of radiological technology, including anatomy, medical and surgical disease, and scientific principles applied to radiological technology.
Knowledge of patient care standards, quality assurance, customer service, OSHA principles and practices, and TJC standards of practice.
Ability to operate MRI equipment; organize and monitor patient flow; communicate effectively with patients, relatives, medical staff, and coworkers; maintain patient-record confidentiality; and complete work within required workloads.
Ability to read, interpret, and follow internal quality standards and government regulations, and to understand and follow specifications and instructions.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies.
Venipuncture certificate where applicable.
Ability to meet the physical demands of possible lifting and walking.
The position involves OSHA Class 1 exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

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, selecting appropriate techniques based on patient age and diagnosis to produce technically accurate images.
Assist radiologists with complex invasive MRI examinations, using proper sterile technique and producing diagnostic images.
Start intravenous sites, assess existing sites, and administer intravenous contrast according to established protocols.
Follow MRI safety policy and perform implant verification and protocoling when not floating.
Maintain MRI equipment in good operating order; clean and disinfect equipment and the work area after each use; keep the work area orderly; and report hazards or equipment breakdowns to a supervisor.
Demonstrate yearly competencies and adapt examinations to patients’ ages, conditions, and special requirements.
Review physician orders, requisitions, laboratory results, and patient charts to confirm completeness and ensure the correct procedure and protocol are used.
Document relevant patient and examination information and store computerized images in archive media for future retrieval.
Prepare examinations for radiologist interpretation, including correct identification and processing, and set up films in the PACS system.
Enter procedure information accurately in the RIS to capture charges and other relevant data; use computer skills to prepare reports and correspondence.
Perform and document weekly equipment quality-assurance testing according to established protocols.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with department members and other units to provide quality service.
Provide clinical supervision and instruction to students, applying department policies, procedures, and clinical competency processes to evaluate their development and competence.
Rotate onto night, weekend, and/or holiday call schedules if required and cover ancillary offices as needed.