MRI Technologist, Per Diem in Lawrence, Massachusetts at Merrimack Health

Position Summary:

As the MRI Technologist, you will be responsible for patient safety and the performance of high-quality MR studies. Ensures effective communication with customers, including radiologists, as necessary. In some instances, it trains new technologists and/or patient coordinators.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for Patient Safety, including pre-screening for contra-indications, aseptic injection technique, etc.
• Produces high quality diagnostic images.
• Orders supply, cleans units, assists in preparing for transport on a daily basis.
• Effectively communicate with customers and/or radiologists.
• Trains new technologists and/or PCs.

EDUCATION AND RELATED EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience
• Registered with ARRT.
• State license, if applicable.
• BLS Certification
• Technologists registered in other modalities — 3 months supervised MRI clinical scanning experience or currently enrolled for more than 6 months in an accredited MRI training program.
• MR registered technologist, RT(MR) or ARMRIT — No experience required.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Organizational and multitasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.

Preferred:

• Associate’s degree or Equivalent Experience
• Registry in Magnetic Resonance by the ARRT.
• 1 year of Magnetic Resonance Imaging experience.