MRI Technologist

Beth Israel Lahey Health

8d•$49 - $73

About The Position

The MRI Technologist performs MRI imaging exams and procedures in accordance with BIDMC policies and procedures and the ARRT scope of practice. The role reports to the MRI Technical Director and includes patient screening, IV insertion and contrast injection, patient preparation and explanation of exams, image acquisition, and ensuring imaging is complete. The technologist prepares and positions patients, selects and records scan sequences, evaluates image quality and completeness, manipulates images for physician review, and sends completed images to the PACS system. The role also involves responding to patients’ physical and psychological needs, monitoring for contrast reactions, maintaining accurate procedure records and statistics, and supporting the education and evaluation of students and other staff. The position offers flexible consolidated hours, combining days and shift durations, and requires a Saturday or Sunday. New hires must hold the required MR technologist registration by their start date and provide American Heart Association BLS certification within 60 days. Employees must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.

Requirements

Associate's degree in radiological technology or allied health, or JRCERT accreditation.
Registration as an MR Technologist through ARRT, ARMRIT, or CAMRT; registration must be in place by the start date.
0–1 year of related work experience.
American Heart Association BLS certification, to be provided within 60 days of hire.
Competence in providing patient care to young adults (16–30), middle-aged adults (30–60), and elderly patients (60+).
Ability to work a schedule that includes a Saturday or Sunday.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and position patients for MRI exams, setting up coils, monitoring devices, and other equipment to obtain optimal images.
Screen patients and personnel for ferrous metal implants and other objects.
Select and document appropriate MRI pulse sequences; recommend protocol changes or additional instructions when needed.
Evaluate scans for image quality and completeness, manipulate images for physician review, and address operational problems.
Send images to PACS, verify exams in a timely manner, and develop working knowledge of PACS capabilities.
Address patients’ physical and psychological needs, explain procedures, answer questions, communicate delays, and report changes in patient condition to a nurse or physician.
Start IV lines for patients requiring contrast, monitor for contrast reactions, and promptly report problems to a radiologist, the code team, or both as indicated.
Maintain accurate procedure records and required MRI statistics; review computer entries for accurate exam descriptions, reasons, and billing charges.
Participate in teaching MRI students and other technologists or radiologists, and assist with clinical evaluations of students and MRI Tech I staff.
Participate in continuing education activities during and outside normal working hours.