MRI Tech

MRI Tech

As an MRI tech you will perform examinations to create detailed images of the body's organs, tissues, and structures for diagnostic purposes. You will work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to assist in diagnosing and treating medical conditions while providing compassionate care and maintaining a positive patient experience.

Why choose UH MR Imaging as a career choice?

• Competitive hourly rate

• Enhanced PTO for candidates with 5+ years of relevant work experience

• Sign-on bonus ($10,000 for full-time or $5,000 for part-time)

• Loan repayment may be available for new grad talent only

• Tuition reimbursement after six months

• Career Ladder Progression

• Free Parking


What You Will Do

• Displays commitment to the mission of the hospital and its values

• Provides age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics.

• Performs MRI scans as directed by radiologist, and, once orientation and training are completed, independently conducts scans if ARRT-registered.

• Patient care during visit to MRI

• Knowledge of MRI equipment and safety in MRI environment

• Assures a safe and clean environment

• Maintains knowledge of technical skills

• Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment

• Demonstrates successful technical/patient skills by efficiently implementing special procedure technology in the MR area

• Uses administrative skills to contribute to the successful operation of the department

• Collaborates effectively and in a timely manner with co-workers and clinical staff

• Clear knowledge of modality specific equipment, computers, PACS, EMR and RIS.


Additional Responsibilities

• Uses a variety of equipment specific to the area, including MR scanners, power injectors, and various computers. Must demonstrate effective organizational, written, and oral communication skills. Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills. Ability to perform procedures specific to the area. Answers phones and arranges schedule for in-patient request Initiates and maintains positive relationships with patients/customers and coworkers

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.

• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Qualifications:
Education Qualifications

• Must meet one of the following educational pathways

• Pathway 1 (ARRT Pathway): Associate degree with completion of an accredited 2 - year Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology program. (Required) or

• Pathway 2 (MRI/ARDMS/NMTCB Pathway): Associate degree with completion of a primary track in MRI, Nuclear Medicine, or Sonography. (Required)


Experience Qualifications

• MR scanning experience. (Preferred) and


Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of sterile and surgical procedures. (Required proficiency)

• Knowledge of MRI equipment and safety in MRI environment . (Required proficiency)

• Knowledge of radiology information systems. (Required proficiency)

• Basic knowledge of oxygen tanks, suction machine and emergency equipment. (Required proficiency)


Licenses and Certifications

• Any of the following: Registered Technologist Radiology (ARRT-R), Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT), Registered Technologist Radiation Therapy (ARRT-T), Registered ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography) OR ARRT-MR Registry-eligible. (Required Upon Hire) and

• Must meet one of the following post-hire certification pathways.

• Pathway 1 (ARRT Pathway): Registered Technologist MRI (ARRT-MR) or American Registry of MRI Technologists (ARMRIT) (Required within 2 Years) And meets educational ARRT pathway requirements upon hire or

• Pathway 2 (MRI/ARDMS/NMTCB Pathway): ARDMS or NMTCB registration (Upon Hire) AND Registered Technologist MRI (ARRT-MR) or American Registry of MRI Technologists (ARMRIT) (Required Within 6 Months of hire or transfer) and meets education MRI/ARDMS/NMTCB pathway requirements upon hire. and

• Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire) and

• Ohio radiologic license is not required for MRI-only practice.


Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequently

• Walking - Frequently

• Sitting - Rarely

• Lifting - Frequently (up to 50 lbs)

• Carrying - Frequently (up to 50 lbs)

• Pushing - Frequently (up to 50 lbs)

• Pulling - Frequently (up to 50 lbs)

• Climbing - Occasionally (up to 50 lbs)

• Balancing - Occasionally

• Stooping - Frequently

• Kneeling - Frequently

• Crouching - Frequently

• Crawling - Occasionally

• Reaching - Frequently

• Handling - Frequently

• Grasping - Frequently

• Feeling - Constantly

• Talking - Constantly

• Hearing - Constantly

• Repetitive Motions - Constantly

• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly