MRI Technologist - Full Time

Hackensack Meridian Health • Manahawkin, NJ

5d • $44

About The Position

The MRI Technologist produces diagnostic images using MRI technology. The role reviews patient charts and physician orders, determines imaging parameters, selects appropriate coils, performs MRI studies according to protocols, and works with physicians to optimize sequences and image quality. The technologist administers contrast media, completes MRI safety screening and consent procedures when appropriate, verifies pregnancy status when appropriate, and ensures patients are properly prepared. The position also documents diagnostic and patient information, performs image post-processing and quality assurance, and provides emergency care including CPR. The technologist maintains MRI safety zones, provides patient-centered care tailored to individual needs, performs clerical and scheduling duties using hospital systems, and follows organizational policies and standards. The role includes scheduled shifts, holidays and weekends, overtime as needed, and on-call assignments according to hospital and departmental policy. Physical requirements include lifting at least 25 pounds, pushing and pulling at least 50 pounds, and standing for at least six hours per day. Full-time Day or Evening shift MRI Technologist positions may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, and/or equivalent GED program.
• Certificate of completion or degree from an accredited Radiography or MRI program.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including potentially Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
• ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT certification within nine months of entering the position.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification within 60 days of entering the position.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of MRI experience.

Responsibilities

• Review patient charts and/or physician orders to determine optimal imaging parameters for suspected pathology.
• Select the proper imaging coil for each study.
• Perform imaging studies using appropriate scanning techniques and protocols.
• Work with physicians to optimize MRI sequences and image quality.
• Administer contrast media according to MRI department protocols.
• Verify pregnancy status and obtain MRI consent documentation when appropriate.
• Determine whether patients have been appropriately prepared for procedures.
• Document diagnostic and patient data in the appropriate record.
• Perform post-processing techniques to optimize imaging or studies.
• Prepare sterile contrast media and other solutions in accordance with hospital-approved infection control guidelines.
• Administer emergency care, including performing CPR.
• Conduct MRI safety screening for contraindications, including foreign bodies and medical indications.
• Work scheduled shifts, including holidays and weekends; provide overtime as needed for continued quality patient care and fulfill on-call assignments under hospital and departmental policy.
• Perform daily clerical duties using EMR, PACS, Teletracking, scheduling, and other computer systems.
• Greet patients according to A.I.D.E.T. standards.
• Maintain MRI Safety Zones at all times.
• Identify patient population needs and adapt care and communication to patients’ age, culture, language, hearing, visual, developmental, educational, and literacy needs, including communication with parents or primary caregivers as appropriate.
• Adhere to organizational competencies, standards of behavior, employee identification, attendance, and punctuality policies.
• Perform specific daily and monthly quality assurance tasks.
• Perform other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Meet the physical requirements of lifting at least 25 pounds, pushing and pulling at least 50 pounds, and standing at least six hours per day.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Retirement benefits.
• Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible full-time MRI Technologist positions on the Day or Evening shift.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED