MRI Technologist - Sign on Bonus Eligible

Job Description - MRI Technologist - Sign on Bonus Eligible (260000HN)

Job Description ----------------

The MRI Technologist will perform a wide variety of high quality Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) exams while providing excellent patient care.

Qualifications -------------

Minimum Work Experience ----------------------

2 years Clinical MR imaging experience in a hospital or out-patient environment (Preferred)

Required Skills/Knowledge -------------------------

• Demonstrate appropriate patient care, technical, procedural and evaluation skills.
• Demonstrates proficiency to perform a variety of procedures independently, consistently and effectively.
• Demonstrates skillful operation of imaging equipment and related components.
• Demonstrates good judgment when correlating patient history with scanning protocols.
• Knowledge of pediatric imaging protocols to perform quality clinical and research exams.
• Possesses adequate knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
• Adequate professional communication skills both oral and written.
• Familiarity with contrast medications used for MR exams.
• Some knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel Programs.

Required Licenses and Certifications -----------------------------------

• Registered Radiography Technologist (ARRT) Registered Radiography Technologist (ARRT) (R) (MR) (ARRT) certification and registration (Required)
• Or ARMIT Certification American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) Certification (Required)

Functional Accountabilities -------------------------

### Clinical and Research Imaging Procedures

• Perform all exams in an efficient manner, with the ability to recognize when to make scan sequence adjustments to enhance images.
• Orient new technologists to attain proficiency of pediatric imaging protocols.
• Monitor exam orders to identify opportunities to perform exams.
• Be part of MR team which prioritize and coordinate patient throughput to ensure all patients are serviced in a timely and quality-oriented fashion.
• Review exam schedule to verify orders, protocol and exams are accurately assigned.
• Assist Lead MR technologist and MR Manager as needed with day to day operations.

### Quality Control

• Verify exam requests with patient information (the right exam with the correct patient).
• Ensure exam images have the correct patient data.
• Follow correct procedures regarding warm-up, phantom scanning and shut-down of equipment; troubleshoot and recognize equipment malfunctions.
• Check exam orders and exam charges for accuracy; complete RIS assignments accurately and in a timely manner; verify exams are loaded onto Picture Archival Communication System (PACS).
• Acknowledge and respond to performance improvement feedback from Radiology Faculty.
• Track and record scanner data to meet American College Radiology (ACR) requirements.

### Patient Care

• Ensure the cleanliness of scanners and exam rooms; patient exam related items are stocked and prepared in advance to facilitate efficiency.
• Greet patients/parents, introduce self and role to patient and treat all patients/families in a kind, courteous and professional manner.
• Communicate and explain exam procedures to patients/parents in a clear and concise manner; communicate with patient/parent throughout the exam and visit to MR Department; discharge patient/parent with appropriate follow-up information.
• Make every attempt to meet scheduled appointment times and accommodate stat and add-on exam requests.
• Report patient/family customer service issues to MR Manager in a timely manner.
• Share on-call responsibilities, equally, with all MR Technologists.

### Clinic Safety

• Adhere to all OSHA regulations, including no eating or drinking in designated patient care areas; adhere to ACR MR Safety guidelines relating to all MR Safety Zones.
• Research implant devices to determine MR safety designation; perform implant, ferrous metal and clinical safety checks for every patient.
• Ensures Time Outs are conducted for patient, staff and equipment before advancing to Zone Three (3).
• Inquire about menstrual status and possibility of pregnancy for female adolescents and teens.
• Immediately report scanner or room equipment malfunctions to MR Physicist, scanner Field Engineers and/or CN Engineering Department.
• Complete annual MR Safety course and mandatory annual reviews in CHEX.

### Communication

• Conduct daily huddles with staff to discuss patient flow and other issues.
• Confer with faculty and colleagues when confronted with an unfamiliar problem.
• Consistent email review for department and hospital operations updates.
• Communicate with colleagues in a collaborative manner to promote a positive work environment.
• Immediately report personnel issues to MR Manager and/or radiology on-call administrator to ensure continuous staffing and safe environment.

### Professional Development

• Maintain Primary R.T. (R) (ARRT) and Post-Primary (MR) Certification
• Attend seminars and in-services sponsored by Radiology Department or Children's National
• Provide leadership to the modality with regard to patient care, customer service and new technology
• Participate in Quality Assurance Initiatives to enhance MR service
• Participate in performance improvement projects

Organizational Accountabilities -------------------------

### Organizational Accountabilities (Staff)

• Organizational Commitment/Identification
• Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
• Teamwork/Communication
• Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
• Partner with all team members to achieve goals
• Receptive to others' ideas and opinions
• Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
• Contribute to a positive work environment
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
• Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
• Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
• Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
• Use resources efficiently
• Search for less costly ways of doing things
• Safety
• Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
• Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
• Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
• Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
• Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
• Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

Primary Location: District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations: CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010 Job: Allied Health Organization: COE Hospital-Based Specialties Position Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time Shift: Variable Work Schedule: variable, rotate call and holidays Job Posting: Feb 26, 2026, 10:24:42 PM Full-Time Salary Range: $87,838.4-$174,200