MRI Technologist

Sentara Hospitals • Suffolk, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, Virginia, is hiring a full-time MRI Technologist for a night shift. The position works Monday through Thursday from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM, totaling 36 hours per week, and requires call. A $30,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates.

The MRI Technologist performs general MRI examinations and maintains the safety and integrity of the MRI operational area for staff and patients. The role provides quality MRI imaging under the direction of a supervising physician and follows required protocols. Responsibilities include administering MRI contrast according to protocol, reviewing patient MRI safety screening forms and records, evaluating implants and devices using vendor resources, and applying MRI safety-zone rules. The technologist also explains procedures to patients, maintains examination supplies and documentation, collaborates with physicians and supportive care personnel, and reviews images for accuracy and quality before sending them for interpretation.

Sentara Obici Hospital is a 175-bed facility in Suffolk, Virginia, providing patient-centered care and services that include advanced imaging, orthopedics and spine, heart and vascular care, gynecological and breast services, behavioral health, maternity, and weight loss surgery. Sentara Health describes its workforce as close to 30,000 members and states that it is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. The organization is a tobacco-free environment.

Requirements

• Trade school graduate in Radiologic Technology.
• Certification or licensure as CNMT, ARDMS, ARRT, or ARMRIT.
• Must obtain ARRT MR advanced registry or ARMRIT within two years of hire.
• BLS.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an MRI school or MRI certificate program.

Responsibilities

• Perform general MRI examinations in accordance with required protocols and under the direction of a supervising physician.
• Maintain the safety and integrity of the MRI operational area for staff and patients, including following MRI safety-zone rules and other safety regulations.
• Administer MRI contrast according to protocol.
• Evaluate and approve patient MRI safety screening forms before patients enter the scanner.
• Review patient records for accuracy and evaluate implants and devices using vendor resources.
• Explain examinations and procedures to patients and complete departmental documentation.
• Maintain adequate supplies for performing examinations.
• Act as a liaison with physicians and supportive care personnel.
• Maintain patient records, reports, and files.
• Review MRI images for accuracy and quality before sending them for interpretation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Life and disability insurance, including long-term and short-term disability and critical illness plans.
• 401(k)/403(b) with employer match.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• Paid parental and military leave.
• Paid family caregiver leave.
• Adoption, fertility, and surrogacy reimbursement up to $10,000.
• Emergency backup care.
• Educational assistance, including tuition assistance of $5,250 per year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education.
• Student debt pay down up to $10,000 and student loan repayment assistance.
• Pet insurance.
• Legal resources plan.
• Opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus, subject to established system and employee eligibility criteria.
• A $30,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed