MRI Technologist

Sentara Hospitals•Suffolk, VA

49d•Onsite

About The Position

Sentara Obici Hospital, in Suffolk, VA, is currently hiring an MRI Technologist for a Full Time Day Shift. 15K Sign On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates! Hours Full-time day shift, 36 hours per week 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule: Thursday–Saturday one week; Monday–Wednesday the next. Overview Performs general MRI examinations while maintaining safety integrity of MRI operational area for all persons including staff and customers. Maintains adequate supply inventory for performing examinations. Explains examination and procedure to patient and completes departmental documentation. Performs MR Tech I responsibilities with addition of one of the following: competency in Breast biopsy and/or Prostate biopsy, dual modality MR/CT Tech, or Hospital Based/Standing ED. Knowledge in: Radiologic Technology, or Magnetic Resonance Imaging, or Nuclear Medicine Technology, or Sonography, or Radiation Therapy. Provide quality MRI Imaging to patients under the direction of a supervising physician with adherence to the required protocol standards. Duties may include but are not limited to: Administration of MRI contrast per protocol, Evaluates and approves patient MRI safety screening form prior to patient entering scanner, Knowledge of MRI safety zones and other safety regulations. Reviewing patient records for accuracy and evaluating all implants and devices through vendor resources. Acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel. Maintaining patient. records, reports, and files. performs patient MRI exam per protocol, reviews imaging for accuracy and quality prior to sending for interpretation. examination and procedure to patient and completes departmental documentation. Explains examination and procedure to patient and completes departmental documentation.

Requirements

Completion of MRI school/MRI certificate program OR Graduate of 24 month program in radiologic technology required in lieu of experience.
CNMT, ARDMS, ARRT, or ARMRIT is required.
Must obtain ARRT MR advanced registry or ARMRIT within 2 years of hire.
BLS

Nice To Haves

One (1) year experience in a Rad Tech position to include Radiologic Tech, Nuclear Medicine, Mammography or Ultrasound preferred.
Six (6) months MR experience or completion of MR didactic program preferred.
Experience with GE and Siemens Equipment preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Performs general MRI examinations while maintaining safety integrity of MRI operational area for all persons including staff and customers.
Maintains adequate supply inventory for performing examinations.
Explains examination and procedure to patient and completes departmental documentation.
Performs MR Tech I responsibilities with addition of one of the following: competency in Breast biopsy and/or Prostate biopsy, dual modality MR/CT Tech, or Hospital Based/Standing ED.
Provide quality MRI Imaging to patients under the direction of a supervising physician with adherence to the required protocol standards.
Administration of MRI contrast per protocol
Evaluates and approves patient MRI safety screening form prior to patient entering scanner
Knowledge of MRI safety zones and other safety regulations.
Reviewing patient records for accuracy and evaluating all implants and devices through vendor resources.
Acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel.
Maintaining patient records, reports, and files.
Performs patient MRI exam per protocol, reviews imaging for accuracy and quality prior to sending for interpretation.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met