MRI Technologist

Join Our Team as an MRI Technologist!

Are you passionate about patient care and advanced imaging technology? We are seeking a skilled and compassionate MRI Technologist to join our dynamic team! In this role, you will play a vital part in delivering high-quality diagnostic services while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

A supportive and inclusive work environment

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients, we want to hear from you! Apply today and become a vital part of our healthcare team.

Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative for diagnostic purposes.

This position is eligible for a generous sign-on bonus of $15,000 with a 2-year commitment, $30,000 with a 3-year commitment.

Candidates will be hired into the appropriate level of the career ladder based on years of experience.

Responsibilities:

2. Maintains clinical competency for all exams and equipment.

5. Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data including the labeling /preparation/and administration of contrast. Documents patient history in electronic record as required.

4. Prior to start of exam, reads and presents all relevant information to the physician based on protocol

8. Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all patient information is updated and documented in Rad Assessment, all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.

1. Practices and maintains MR safety in the department.

6. Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.

3. Performs procedures for reviewing, processing and archiving.

7. Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patients fears and solicit their cooperation.

Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology, or completion of an accredited CNMT, ARMRIT or ARDMS program.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Must obtain MR registry within 18 months of hire date. CPR or BLS Required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

ARRT Certificate OR American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (ARMRIT) OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC) OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS)

Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

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UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran