MRI Technologist Our client is seeking an experienced MRI Technologist to support a busy MRI department in a clinical setting. This role will be responsible for performing MRI examinations, ensuring patient safety, selecting appropriate imaging protocols, reviewing image quality, and providing accurate diagnostic imaging support.
Location: Atlanta, GA 30342
Job Type: Travel Contract 13 Weeks
Compensation:
$48 $52 per hour Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, Friday/Saturday/Sunday, 7:00 PM7:30 AMThe ideal candidate will have recent MRI experience, appropriate professional credentials, strong knowledge of MRI safety and imaging protocols, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Review physician orders and pertinent clinical information to determine appropriate examination requirements.
Screen patients for MRI contraindications and ensure compliance with MRI safety protocols before entering the magnetic field.
Explain MRI procedures to patients and administer IV contrast when required.
Select appropriate pads, coils, and positioning techniques based on examination requirements.
Select and apply appropriate MRI protocols and scan parameters.
Monitor and review images during examinations and adjust scan parameters as needed to ensure diagnostic-quality studies.
Organize images and transfer completed studies to PACS.Enter applicable patient charges into the designated computer system.
Perform minor MRI equipment maintenance and report equipment issues appropriately.
Assist with training and orientation of new or assigned personnel.
Maintain a safe MRI environment and promptly report unsafe conditions or equipment concerns.
Required Skills & Experience:
Minimum of 2 years of recent MRI specialty experience.
Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology or accredited MRI program.
Current AHA BLS certification.
Required ARRT-MRI credential.
Ability to work independently in a busy MRI environment.
Prior travel assignment experience.
Availability to work the required weekend overnight schedule.
Strong knowledge of MRI safety, imaging protocols, and patient positioning.
Preferred Qualifications:
ARRT (MR) or ARMRIT (MR) registry.
Minimum 1 year of MRI training and experience.
Special Procedures or CT training/experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
CPR certification.
Additional Requirements:
This is a travel-only assignment; candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the assignment location.
Floating is optional.
No on-call requirement.
Candidates must be available for the full 13-week assignment.
