MRI Technologist

Position Summary
Performs routine procedures in MRI on a scheduled and emergency basis while providing a safe environment for patients and following departmental QC/Exam Data Integrity Workflow Expectations.

• Associates degree in Allied Health required, Bachelors degree preferred
• MRI registry eligible by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) and completed within 18 months of hire date.

• Performs routine procedures in MRI on a scheduled and emergency basis.
• Reviews and evaluates requisitions for MR imaging procedures, abstracting data from patient charts and determining appropriateness of procedure prescribed given diagnosis and clinical signs for routine examinations.
• Identify patients according to Hospital Policy with 2 identifiers.
• Selects appropriate equipment and technical parameters to identify pathologic and normal anatomy.
• Assesses patients‘ and parents‘ physical and emotional status and ability to respond to instructions and develop a care plan for that patients‘ specific needs.
• Explain the examination and is able to answer questions from patient and parents regarding the exam and Magnetic field environment.
• Follows MR QC Exam/Data Integrity workflow expectations.
• Responds to the uniqueness of the patient, creating a supportive environment for the patient and the family.
• Identifies and reports equipment malfunctions through the INeedit application.
• Assists in organizing and maintaining daily operations.

• Performs the more complex MRI procedures on a scheduled and emergency basis.
• Reviews and evaluates requisitions for MRI imaging procedures, abstracting data from patient charts and determining appropriateness of procedure prescribed given diagnosis and clinical signs for routine examinations.
• Identify patients according to Hospital Policy with 2 identifiers.
• Selects appropriate equipment and technical parameters to identify pathologic and normal anatomy.
• Assesses patients‘ and parents‘ physical and emotional status and ability to respond to instructions and develop a care plan for that patients‘ specific needs.
• Explain the examination and is able to answer questions from patient and parents regarding the exam and Magnetic field environment.
• Follows MR QC Exam/Data Integrity workflow expectations.
• Practices High Reliability Communication techniques.
• Consistently provides exceptional care and exceptional service.
• Responds to the uniqueness of the patient, creating a supportive environment for the patient and the family.
• Identifies and reports equipment malfunctions through the INeedit application.
• Assists in organizing and maintaining daily operations.
• Performs additional tasks as delegated by manager or Assistant/Chief Technologist i.e., such as inventory review and ordering supplies, QA/QC projects, managing equipment repairs, participating in research projects, reviewing billing and coding, assist QI coordinator as needed, etc.
• Fills in for manager or Assistant/Chief Technologist as necessary, by monitoring and maintaining daily operations of clinical area.
• Acts as Board Runner Technologist.
• Acts as a champion for new equipment or processes.
• Participates in precepting new staff as requested.
• Trains fellows, residents, students and staff in imaging procedures and techniques.

The posted pay range is Boston Children’s reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.

Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.