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.

Merrimack Health is a private, non-profit community hospital providing the Merrimack Valley & southern New Hampshire regions with patient-centered, compassionate, and quality health care for the whole family. For over 140 years, the dedicated doctors, nurses, and staff of Merrimack Health have been committed to improving the health of the people and communities we serve. We offer competitive pay, a robust benefit package, generous paid time off and free parking! We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.

In 2022, Healthgrades ranked MH in the top 5 percent of hospitals in the country, and was awarded a top spot on Forbes’ annual list of America’s Best-In-State Employers 2020!