MRI Technologist

Akumin•Cedartown, GA

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Akumin is hiring a part-time MRI Technologist for its facilities in Trion and Cedartown, Georgia, and Centre, Alabama. The technologist is responsible for patient safety and producing high-quality MR studies, either on site and/or remotely. The role involves communicating effectively with radiologists, team members, patients, and customers, including customers in the mobile environment. When required, the technologist trains and orients new technologists, Patient Coordinators, and/or MR Technologist Assistants. Local travel may be required, and the employee must be able to work at several locations. The COVID-19 vaccination may be a condition of employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
ARRT (R), ARRT (MR), or ARMRIT, where permitted by contract in lieu of ARRT.
State license, if applicable.
CPR certification.
Valid state driver’s license, as applicable.
For technologists registered in other modalities: three months of supervised MRI clinical scanning experience, or current enrollment for more than six months in an accredited MRI training program.
For an MR-registered technologist (RT(MR) or ARMRIT): no experience required.
Ability to work at several locations.
Strong customer service skills.
Organizational and multitasking skills.
Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.
Local travel may be required.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
Registry in Magnetic Resonance by the ARRT.
One year of Magnetic Resonance Imaging experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure patient safety, including screening for contraindications and using aseptic injection technique; provide oversight of remote MR Technologist Assistants when required.
Produce high-quality diagnostic images.
Operate multiple MR systems when required.
Use communication channels effectively to address concerns, solve problems, and resolve conflict.
Communicate effectively with customers and/or radiologists.
Train and orient new technologists, Patient Coordinators, and MR Technologist Assistants, on site and/or remotely.
Perform other duties as assigned.