MRI Technologist, Weekends

Boston, Massachusetts


Employer: Mass General Brigham
Industry: MRI
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Part-Time

MGB is proud to offer:

  • $15,000 sign-on bonus - We're offering a generous sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process
  • Competitive rates including $6/hr weekend differential + plus an evening or night shift diff if applicable
  • Flexible shift options
  • Two tech team model
  • Career advancement opportunities with tuition reimbursement
  • Commuting perks including discounted transit
  • Immediate benefits upon hire, including up to 30 days PTO annually
  • Comprehensive retirement benefits with pension and 403(b) matching


Mass General Brigham, based in Boston, MA, is a leading integrated health system known for its world-class care. Serving 1.5 million patients yearly, it includes five top-ranked hospitals, such as Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital. We also house the nation's largest hospital-based imaging research program.

Both BWH & MGH are currently hiring weekend MRI Technologists at our Boston locations. For more information or to connect with a recruiter, apply below!

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Includes preparing patient, positioning, setting imaging parameters, performing computer processing and displaying images.
  • Performs scheduled quality control procedures on MRI scanner and other related equipment. Records QA results as required. Reports any potential equipment related problems to supervisor as necessary.
  • 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.
  • Inserts IV catheters as needed.
  • Performs point of care testing as needed.
  • Instructs patients and visitors in MR safety procedures.
  • Ensures adherence to safety practices by all persons entering the MRI area.
  • Reviews outpatient and/or inpatient schedules to confirm exams have been protocoled and reviewed for potential contra-indications.
  • Acts as final check point for patient safety and protocol clarification.
  • Works to prepare inpatients that are in needed of MRI examinations by performing inpatient MRI screening, multidisciplinary care-coordination, and the integration of ancillary MRI safe equipment to ensure efficient and effective imaging.
  • Demonstrates the ability to care for ICU, ED and adult patients who require anesthesia for MRI.
  • Communicates with Radiologist for protocol clarification when necessary.
  • Mentors new staff and fellow technologists as necessary.
  • Reviews the MRI patient procedure screening form with the patient and completes the MRI staff specific questions.
  • Utilizes departmental specific tools to confirm contrast dosing, and patient safety through the use of such tools as QPID, electronic dose calculators, image review (PACS) and other means designated by the department.
  • Maintains a neat work environment, including patient care areas, MR scan rooms, MR control rooms and reading areas.
  • Monitors appropriate inventory and par levels of necessary supplies and communicates with Manager / Supervisor.
  • Assists receptionist and other Department staff in various duties as necessary (i.e. scheduling and transporting patients, taking stock inventory, filing, etc.).
  • Develops knowledge of MR physics through on-the-job training, reading, etc., and keeps current on new developments in MR imaging.
  • Identifies hazardous system malfunctions; secures area and removes patients and personnel from magnet bay during emergency situations.
  • Performs other related duties as required.


Qualifications

  • Must be a graduate of an approved school of medical imaging
  • BLS
  • ARRT (MR) required within 12 months of hire


EEO Statement

Massachusetts General Brigham is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Created: 2024-05-17
Reference: 3290562
Country: United States
State: Massachusetts
City: Boston
ZIP: 02120


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