MRI Technologist

Overview Join to apply for the MRI Technologist role at Akumin . As an MRI Technologist , you are responsible for patient safety and the performance of high-quality MR studies, on site and/or remote. Ensures effective communication with Radiologist, team members, patients, and customers for those who work in the mobile environment. When required, trains and/or orients new technologists, Patient Coordinators and/or MR Technologist Assistants. Responsibilities Responsible for Patient Safety, including pre-screening for contra-indications, aseptic injection technique and may require remote MR Technologists Assistant oversight. Produces high quality diagnostic images. Operation of multiple MR systems may be required. Demonstrates the ability to use all channels of communications to address concerns, solve problems, and address conflict. Effectively communicates with customers and/or radiologists. Trains and/or orients new technologists, patient coordinators and MR Technologist Assistants, on site and/or remote. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent experience ARRT (R) or ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT as allowable by contract in lieu of ARRT State license, if applicable CPR Certification Valid state driver’s license, as applicable 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 Ability to work at several locations Strong customer service skills Organizational and multi-tasking skills Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs The COVID-19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment Local travel may be required Preferred Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience Registry in Magnetic Resonance by the ARRT 1 year of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Experience Physical Requirements The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. The employee will be exposed to a strong magnetic field. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease, and communicable disease when interacting with patients. More than 50% of the time: Sit, stand, walk. Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs. See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients. Less than 50% of the time: Stoop, kneel or crawl. Climb and balance. Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam). Equal Opportunity Employer Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, veteran status, or disability. Job Details Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Akumin by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr Akumin®