MRI Technologist

Make a difference every day as an MRI Technologist at Bethesda North Hospital. Join a high-performing imaging team, work with state-of-the-art technology, and play a vital role in providing high-quality diagnostic care for our patients.

• Bethesda North Hospital

• Full-time position, 80-hours bi-weekly
• Day shift
• Rotating schedule featuring 8-, 10-, and 12-hours shifts
• Holiday Rotation: 1 per year
• Weekend Rotation: every 4th weekend
• On-call Rotation: every 12th weekend and approximately 1 weekday every other week

**$20,000 Sign-on Bonus**

We offer competitive shift differentials, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement.

• Associate's Degree Allied Health (Required)
• Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program (Required)
• MRI Safety Protocols, Cross Sectional Anatomy,
• Venipuncture
• Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required)
• Other ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or NMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board) or ARMRIT (American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists) (Required)

Under the direction of the radiologist and the supervision of the manager or supervisor, the MR Technologist is responsible for the performance of high-quality diagnostic images utilizing proper technique and established protocols. This person utilizes independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative for accurate diagnosis. This position demonstrates competencies in identification of pathology, MR physics, patient positioning, MR safety, 3-D reconstruction, contrast injections, IV access, and new protocols.

This position is responsible for orienting new staff, troubleshooting equipment, patient and public safety, maintaining accurate records, assisting in student education, proper use and care of the equipment, working effectively with patients and families to provide patient care, maintaining a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental team members, complies with infection prevention procedures, and performs other duties as required. This position must meet the continuing educational requirements established by the ACR.

MR registry is required within 2 years of employment within this modality. This position adheres to Practice Standards defined by the ASRT.

• Demonstrates competency through ongoing CBE's. Demonstrates knowledge of equipment and its operating procedures through CBE's. Selects proper imaging protocols, parameters based on clinical history and follows departmental procedures.
• Demonstrates organizational and communication skills to promote the well-being of the department. Maintains a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental team members.
• Demonstrates the ability to consistently produce and evaluate MRIs for diagnostic interpretation.
• Maintains accurate records through the completion of all paperwork. Work is completed before submitting it.
• Provides for patient, family, and staff comfort and care prior to, during, and after a procedure. Recognizes and responds appropriately to emergent situations.

Bending - Frequently
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Frequently
Continuous Learning - Frequently
Hearing:
Conversation - Frequently
Hearing:
Other Sounds - Frequently
Interpersonal Communication - Frequently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting