MRI Technologist Weekend (Outpatient)

2510 Cobb Hospital, Inc. • Smyrna, GA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Wellstar Vinings Imaging Center in Smyrna, Georgia, is seeking a part-time outpatient Registered MRI Technologist for weekend coverage. The technologist must be flexible to meet department needs and dependable, accountable, and cooperative. The role provides safe, age-appropriate patient care by performing department examinations according to procedures, obtaining high-quality diagnostic studies, and independently carrying out technical procedures that require judgment, ingenuity, and initiative. The technologist sets up imaging equipment and positions patients for procedures.

The role includes operating and maintaining MRI equipment, preparing patients and administering contrast as appropriate, reviewing images, responding to emergencies, documenting care, and maintaining a safe and orderly MRI suite. The technologist works with patients, physicians, families, and department staff, assists other technologists when needed, and supports the quality and continuity of imaging services.

The schedule is Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The position is sign-on bonus eligible and may offer competitive relocation assistance to eligible candidates. Wellstar describes its benefits program as including PTO, mental health support, wellness rooms, concierge services, and access to the CareerCare program for fully funded education and guided career progression. Competitive hourly pay and shift differential incentives are offered.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an accredited MRI program or ARRT-R is required.
• Certification as an MRI Technologist or ARRT Magnetic Resonance Imaging is required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association is required.
• At least one year of experience in a clinical setting caring for patients is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interactions with physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff, and nursing staff.
• Ability to obtain, present, and discuss clinical information related to job responsibilities.
• Ability to explain information or give directions in a way that maintains goodwill and obtains cooperation.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure while participating effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work effectively in a stressful, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and maintain attention to detail.
• Ability to interact professionally with patients, families, coworkers, volunteers, and physicians.
• Willingness to follow hospital policies, departmental practices, protocols, procedures, and applicable professional standards.
• Competence in MRI, patient positioning, pulse-sequence parameters, and magnet safety.
• Understanding of anatomy and pathology and how they affect procedure quality.
• Flexibility to meet department work-hour needs.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical experience in an MRI setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adjust imaging techniques to obtain the best possible study while maintaining image quality.
• Report malfunctioning equipment and clean, disinfect, and maintain equipment according to infection-control policies and department schedules.
• Operate patient-monitoring systems and workstations associated with the MRI scanner.
• Obtain clinical histories and examination information, assess contraindications, and verify patient identity and orders.
• Follow procedures for contrast administration, including reviewing GFR results and ensuring weight-based dosing.
• Review images for clinically acceptable results, ensure studies follow established protocols, and release patients.
• Respond to emergencies and observe patients, seeking physician intervention when necessary.
• Protect patient privacy, comfort, dignity, and hearing, and provide age-appropriate care using appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies, and techniques.
• Explain examinations to patients and family members, address questions and concerns, and notify a physician when concerns cannot be resolved before the procedure.
• Prepare patients and procedure areas, follow pre-procedure verification and Time Out processes, provide pre- and post-procedure care, and use sterile technique when applicable.
• Prepare trays and catheters, participate in biopsies when applicable, and use Dynacad when applicable.
• Apply supportive and immobilization devices, transport and position patients, and help patients on and off the procedure table.
• Understand anatomical positioning, labeling, cross-sectional anatomy, and infant immobilization; use critical thinking and seek clarification on ambiguous orders.
• Document care concisely and legibly using precise terminology, and complete required departmental and hospital-wide education.
• Participate in the orientation and training of departmental employees.
• Check equipment calibration and operating condition before use; send studies to PACS after completion and print CDs or handle after-hours teleradiography studies as applicable.
• Maintain the MRI suite in a safe, locked-down condition and keep the department clean, orderly, and stocked with linens and supplies.
• Perform patient charging activities on the day services are rendered.
• Assist colleagues and perform clerical or support duties as needed to maintain continuity and quality of services.
• Keep the supervisor informed about responsibilities and promptly report problems or potential problems.
• Maintain an individual productivity rate comparable to coworkers and comply with Joint Commission and other applicable regulatory standards.
• Take call when necessary and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus eligibility.
• Competitive relocation assistance package for eligible candidates.
• PTO.
• Mental health support.
• Wellness rooms.
• Concierge services.
• Access to the CareerCare program for fully funded education and guided career progression.
• Competitive hourly pay.
• Shift differential incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed