Beth Israel Lahey Health
MRI Technologist
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.
Under the direction of the MRI Manager/Supervisor, a patient's MR exam is performed following established protocols. MRI exams are performed safely, accurately, appropriately, and in a timely manner. The patient's physical and emotional needs, while in the department, are met compassionately and competently.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (including but not limited to):
- Performs MR exams of the head, chest, abdomen, extremities, or any MR exam procedure ordered by the radiologist.
- Competent in the use of MR scan computers, consoles, laser cameras, Medrad Injector, and any patient monitoring devices. Epic experience a plus.
- Follows department protocols when performing MR exams or duties related to MR scanning.
- Accurately follows directives given by the supervising radiologist.
- Administers oral and intravenous contrast material.
- Starts and monitors intravenous lines.
- Logs reactions to contrast in reaction book and computer, performs QA and ACR requirements.
- Follows procedures for equipment start-up, calibration, and shutdown.
- Takes call according to schedules and respond promptly to a request to scan. MRI technologists are expected to be at the hospital within 60 minutes of notification of an emergency request. Interacts respectfully, professionally and courteously with patients, co-workers, and medical staff.
- Assists in training of student radiographers.
- Utilizes time productively and appropriately with respect to patient flow, room use, stocking of supplies, and clerical duties to increase department efficiency. Patient wait time is kept to a minimum. More than 90% of time worked is spent on productive tasks without supervisory prompting.
- Actively follows Universal Precaution guidelines with each patient.
- Attends yearly "Blood-borne pathogens/OSHA" in service.
- Practices aseptic technique when necessary. Produces an accurate computer and written record of each exam. Completes requisitions/film/jacket correlation accurately 98% of the time.
- Pursues continuing education by attending department and hospital-wide programs, regional seminars, and/or college courses.
- Meets ARRT/ARMRIT standards. Meets MA State Licensing standards if warranted.
- Performs various other similar or related duties as required and/or directed by supervisors.
- Willingly performs tasks for which the employee is competent.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years' experience in MRI.
- Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or ARMRIT License in MRI a requirement.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills.
Physical Requirements & Environment:
- Requires standing, bending, pushing, pulling, reaching above the head, moving about the department and hospital, and/or lifting more than 75% of the time.
- Exposure to radiation, strong magnetic field, infectious diseases, chemicals, and hazardous materials 75% of the time.
- Ability to hear conversation, and to comprehend and communicate in spoken and written English more than 75% of the time.
- Ability to wear protective equipment such as gloves, masks, and gowns.
- Ability to work and move about in confined spaces.
- Ability to be a team player and coordinate the best patient care possible.