MRI Technologist - PRN

Akumin is a leading provider of outpatient radiology and oncology services, partnering with top hospitals and health systems nationwide to deliver advanced diagnostic imaging and exceptional patient care close to home. With a national footprint, cutting-edge technology, and a strong commitment to innovation and patient-centered care, our teams play a vital role in improving outcomes for millions of patients each year.

We are currently hiring for a MRI Technologist - PRN at our Stuart facility. This will be a PRN position.

Our MRI Technologist - PRN use exceptional communication skills to connect with patients, explain the procedure and put them at ease. With a caring attitude and keen attention to detail, they ensure patient comfort, safety and satisfaction every step of the way. They show their technical competence by effectively interpreting physician orders/instructions and selecting appropriate software options and imaging parameters to produce the highest-quality PET/CT images/studies possible—enabling physicians to diagnose with pinpoint accuracy and treat with confidence. And, because our techs work in a variety of environments—a freestanding outpatient center, a mobile coach, or a hospital-based/inpatient facility—their flexibility allows them to deliver the absolute best imaging care at any access point.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Be responsible for Patient Safety, including patient pre-screening for contra-indications and order verification. Appropriate management of MRI zones to ensure safety for patients, colleagues, and third-party visitors. Exercise individual thought, judgment and discretion in the performance of the procedure and may require oversight of MRI Technologist Assistants.

• Produces high quality diagnostic images in accordance with company imaging protocols, RadSite/IAC/ACR Accreditation guidelines, and ARRT/ARMRIT practice standards. Knowledge and ability to demonstrate competency of differing MR equipment and power injection equipment. Maintain levels of quality that meet or exceed customer expectations through process improvement and a team-oriented approach. Complete annual and on-going education and site-specific competencies/in-services as designated by leadership. Operation of multiple MR systems may be required.

• Effectively communicates with patients, radiologists and peers. Demonstrates the ability to use all channels of communications to address concerns, solve problems, and address conflict. Maintain confidentiality in matters relating to patients, family and staff in compliance with HIPAA.

• Demonstrate independent competency in contrast safety and administration, including starting and discontinuing peripheral IV’s utilizing aseptic injection technique.

• Demonstrate proficiency of the company’s EMR systems, as well as PACS and DICOM systems for image sharing and interpretation. Ensure images are sent timely and proactively address any additional workflow requirements that could delay interpretation impacting turnaround time.

• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and follow infection control practices

• Demonstrate proficiency of Akumin’s EMR systems, Mammography Reporting Systems, as well as PACS and DICOM systems for image sharing and interpretation. Ensure images are sent timely, and proactively address any additional workflow requirements that could delay interpretation impacting turnaround time.

• Train and orient new technologists and MR Technologist Assistants, on site and/or through a remote command center as needed.

• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience

• ARRT(MR) and State License, if applicable.

• BLS from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross or ACLS, where applicable.

• Ability to work at several locations, as needed

• Strong customer service skills. 

• Organizational and multi-tasking skills. 

• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.

Preferred:

• Associate's Degree or Equivalent Experience

• 1 year of Magnetic Resonance Imaging experience

Physical Requirements:

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. The employee will be exposed to a strong magnetic field. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

More than 50% of the time:

• Sit, stand, walk.

• Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.

• See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.

Less than 50% of the time:

• Stoop, kneel or crawl.

• Climb and balance.

• Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.