MRI Technologist, Nights

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sign on bonus    Starting/new grad rate: $48/hr + night shift diff    
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Work Life Balance:

Night shift (Week 1: Thur-Sat, Week 2: Mon-Wed)  
• Commuting: 50% discount on MBTA passes or parking options available for    evening, night and weekend staff  
• 20K sign on 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.  
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance:
Starts day 1  
• PTO: up to 30 days annually for new hires including hospital holidays  
• Retirement: A hospital funded pension plus a 403(b) with company match  
• Career Growth:
Opportunities for growth within divisions as well as    advancement into other modalities
** Job 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.

(ie radiologist, nurse, child life specialist) 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.
Per Joint Commission (JC) guidelines, confirms patient name, date of birth, medical record number, and MRI exam ordered with each patient.
Demonstrates ability to prepare patient, positions for exam, set imaging parameters per protocol, perform computer processing, and displays images at request for both clinical and research patients. Must be competent in managing ambulatory/outpatient patients needing MRI exams with and without contrast.
Inserts IV catheters as need and prepares for and performs intravenous injection of MR contrast agents to include 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 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 final check point, prior to scanning, for patient safety and protocol clarification per department policy. In addition, Identifies hazardous system malfunctions; secures area and removes patients and personnel from 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 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,…