MRI Technologist

MRI Tech

Position Type: Full Time

$15,000 Sign-On Bonus offered!

Benefits:

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Job Summary

The MRI Technologist I performs routine magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures to support diagnostic and treatment services. This role ensures patient safety and comfort, produces high-quality images for physician evaluation, and maintains compliance with department protocols and safety standards. The MRI Technologist I is responsible for operating and maintaining imaging equipment, managing MRI supplies, and providing excellent patient care throughout the procedure.

Essential Functions

• Performs MRI procedures according to physician orders and departmental protocols, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images.
• Reviews MRI patient questionnaires and patient histories to identify potential contraindications such as implants or foreign bodies, ensuring safety during scans.
• Operates MRI and processing equipment proficiently, adhering to established safety guidelines and protocols.
• Educates and prepares patients for MRI exams, addressing questions and alleviating concerns to ensure patient understanding and comfort.
• Ensures compliance with MRI safety standards, including maintaining MRI safety zones and verifying patient and staff readiness before entering scan areas.
• Documents and correlates clinical history with exam findings, ensuring accurate and complete information is available for the radiologist.
• Maintains inventory of MRI supplies and equipment, ensuring availability and sterility as required.
• Verifies physician orders and patient identification prior to starting procedures to ensure accuracy and adherence to hospital protocols.
• Collaborates with radiologists, physicians, and healthcare team members to ensure optimal imaging results and patient outcomes.
• Monitors and maintains MRI equipment functionality, reporting issues promptly to appropriate personnel.
• Provides instructions and support to patients during and after exams to promote understanding and satisfaction.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology or MRI program required
• 0-2 years of clinical experience as a registered MRI Technologist required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of MRI principles, safety standards, and imaging techniques.
• Proficient in operating MRI equipment and associated software.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with patients and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to assess patient needs and provide compassionate care.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to follow established protocols and procedures.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and image processing.

Licenses and Certifications

• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required or
• ARMRIT - Registered Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist certification or eligible and obtained within 12 months of hire required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Northwest Medical Center (NMC) is a 287-bed hospital, Level III Trauma Center, Women's Center, and a large physician group, we offer you a variety of settings in which to work. Every location is dedicated to providing safe, quality patient care, but more than that is the commitment to employees. NMC provides a culture of teamwork, respect and appreciation for all staff, whether they care for patients directly or work in a support role. With employee appreciation celebrations throughout the year, opportunities for growth and the satisfaction that you are part of a hospital leading the way with accessible, convenient healthcare in Tucson, NMC is a great place to work. Accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.