MRI Technologist

3d3 days ago

Shepherd Center

Atlanta, US · Part-time · $65,000 – $85,000

About this role

Shepherd Center, a world-class rehabilitation hospital ranked by U.S. News, brings five decades of experience. The MRI Technologist delivers quality imaging services to geriatric, adult, and adolescent patients, providing critical information for optimal care.

The MRI Technologist schedules patients and prioritizes exams based on clinical need, reviewing orders and patient EMR for safety concerns. They prepare the patient and room, explain procedures, transfer and position patients, and observe during exams to ensure quality imaging and patient safety.

Shepherd Center's culture is one of hope, humor, and hard work, with strong relationships among co-workers and strong support from leadership. As the only rehabilitation facility with an on-site ICU, the multidisciplinary team cares for the most complex patients and begins the rehabilitation process sooner.

The multi-faceted MRI Technologist role combines clinical applications with anatomy and physiology education to deliver successful clinical operations and patient outcomes. Over 12% of staff have worked at Shepherd for more than 20 years, enjoying career growth, strong relationships, and fun activities.

Requirements

ARRT certification in Radiography and advanced MRI registry (ARRT (MR)).
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology as applied to MRI imaging.
Ability to operate MRI equipment and PACS systems.
Experience with patient positioning and transfer techniques for MRI.
Understanding of MRI safety protocols, including screening for contraindications.
Strong attention to detail for reviewing orders and patient EMR.
Flexibility to work varying shifts as needed by the department.

Responsibilities

Schedule patients and prioritize exams based on clinical need.
Review and verify orders before beginning exams, and review patient EMR for safety concerns.
Prepare patients and rooms for exams, explain procedures, and transfer and position patients using proper lifting and transfer techniques.
Perform clinical evaluations of patients and execute exams as specified in physician orders.
Observe patients and equipment during procedures, reporting any unusual occurrences to the Imaging Supervisor.
Deliver all images to PACS and ensure receipt of exam dictation.
Rotate through other imaging departments and assist staff to meet patient care standards as needed.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities within a top-ranked rehabilitation hospital.
Strong relationships with co-workers and supportive leadership.
Fun activities and a culture of hope, humor, and hard work.
Long-term staff retention with over 12% of employees working for more than 20 years.
Opportunity to work with the most complex patients in a unique on-site ICU setting.