MRI Tech

MRI Technologist

We are a 716-bed independent academic medical center. We are the community's major referral hospital, and we provide a wide range of services, including:

• Cancer care
• Critical care medicine
• Digestive disorder care
• Heart and vascular disease care
• Laboratory services
• Neurological disorders
• Obstetrics and gynecology care
• And care for many other injuries, illnesses, and conditions
• Ranked among highest performing hospitals nationally by U.S. News & World Report
• Among only 1% of hospitals to be recognized by Magnet 4 consecutive times
• Named a top 50 cardiovascular hospital by Watson Health

In addition to our outstanding care for adults, we also treat children with acute and chronic illnesses at Baystate Children's Hospital, which is located on our main Springfield campus.

The MRI Technologist performs diagnostic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) studies in accordance with hospital guidelines. Responsible for coordinating patient flow, operating all systems for routine, specialty and research studies, supporting protocol development, and performing all duties related to scanning and image processing. Consistently follows proper patient screening/care protocols and provides accurate documentation associated with each exam while supporting expedited patient throughput and diagnosis.

Job Responsibilities:

• Properly identifies patient information using two patient identifiers and complies to National Patient Safety Goals standards, ARRT Code of Ethics Standards and embodies the Cultural Compass. Performs procedures as outlined in this job description, including but not limited to routine, specialized, emergency and urgent MRI procedures. The incumbent is also responsible for providing accurate, high quality exams.
• Maintains knowledge of procedures/protocols and applies knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and is able to identify pathology, within scope of practice to obtain necessary diagnostic information. Responsible for independent and proficient operation of all assigned MRI equipment in the section, e.g. MR scanner, coils, positioning devices, MR physics and scanner parameter to provide the best image outcomes in a proficient and time sensitive manner.
• Recognizes examination findings that may require immediate clinical response and notifies the radiologist, e.g. Critical Test Results and verifies timely transfer of images to the PACS system.
• Responsible to manage and coordinate patient flows within the department which may include transporting patients in/out of the department.
• Responsible for observing strict MRI safety standards using ACR zoning guidelines for MRI. E.g. ensuring the safety of patients, family members, staff and visitors and maintaining an environment that is free of hazards.
• Must have the ability to use proper body mechanics which includes but are not limited to lifting patients, sliding patients on the back board, transferring patient to/from wheelchair, etc.
• Responsible for accurately inputting data, demographics and information into computer information systems, e.g., RIS, Synapse, Radnet.

Required Work Experience:

• Satisfactory completion of a formal radiologic technology program in an AMA approved school preferred. Must have the ability to work independently and be self-motivated.

Preferred Work Experience:

• Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities
• One year experience on a GE/Siemens 1.5T and 3T scanner.
• Previous experience with MRI.

Education:

• Associates Degree (Required)

Certifications:

• Basic Life Support American Heart Association, Radiologic Technician American Society of Radiologic Technologists

Compensation:

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum Midpoint Maximum

$39.93 $49.87 $64.11

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.