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Site: Wentworth-Douglass HospitalMass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Job Summary Full Time: 12-hour shifts at our Lee, NH location: Tues, Thurs & Fri: 7:30am - 8:00pm, 36 hours per week.$20k Sign on bonus, benefits eligible & higher pay rates effective 8/2; minimum for MRI Tech II is now $47.00 and increases with experience!Join our amazing team of MRI Technologists who work in a collaborative fast-paced environment with a focus on safe, high-quality patient care using our new Philips Blue Seal Magnets.Summary: Under general supervision, the MRI technologist will safely perform magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) studies using a magnetic resonance imaging system.
The scope of the MRI technologist includes preparing patients, positioning, setting imaging parameters, acquiring images, performing computer processing, and displaying images. The MRI technologist selects appropriate imaging protocols for patient studies and performs quality assurance scans as required. The MRI technologist demonstrates the ability to work cohesively as a team member within the MRI Department and consults appropriate content experts as needed.
(i.e., radiologist, nurse, child life specialist) Staff must demonstrate the ability to rotate to MRI scanners across the assigned department as needed. Staff must demonstrate the ability to rotate to MRI scanners across the assigned department as needed. Staff must be available to work occasional overnight shifts as well as holidays, as deemed necessary by the department, with the exception of per-diem technologists.MRI Registered Technologist with ARRT OR ARMRIT required upon hire.Does this position require Patient Care?
YesEssential Functions: Ensure accurate patient identification and adherence to safety protocols in accordance with Joint Commission guidelines. -Execute MRI scans for ambulatory, inpatient, and emergency department patients, adjusting parameters to maintain diagnostic quality and managing MRI safety in complex care environments, including adult anesthesia. -Inserts IV catheters as needed and prepares for and performs intravenous injection of MR contrast agents, including the use of the MR-compatible power injector.
Understands and can communicate the possible contraindications as well as monitor for and respond to adverse reactions to MR contrast agents. Records all information regarding contrast injections appropriately in the electronic medical record (EMR). Performs point-of-care testing (POCT) where applicable. -Instructs patients and visitors on MRI safety procedures and ensures adherence to safety policies by all persons entering the MRI area.
Functions as a final checkpoint, prior to scanning, for patient safety and protocol clarification per department policy. In addition, identifies hazardous system malfunctions; secures the area and removes patients and personnel from the magnet bay during emergency situations. -Performs scheduled quality control procedures on MRI scanner and other related equipment. Records QA results as required. Reports any potential equipment-related problems to the supervisor as necessary.
-Assists Practice Assistant and other department staff in various duties as necessary (i.e., scheduling and transporting patients, taking stock inventory, filing, etc.).Qualifications EducationOther Certificate/Diploma Medical Imaging required or Associate's Degree Medical Imaging preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?NoLicenses and Credentials:Magnetic Resonance Imaging [R.T.(MR)(ARRT)] - American Registry of Radi